The ocean is home to an abundance of sea creatures, most of whom are truly fascinating and have unique features in order to help them survive their environment. However, marine life also extends to a vast array of plants that have also evolved and developed to get the most out of their aquatic home. These … Continued
Shrimp. You may not think of them as the most exciting animals in our seas and oceans, but they have an important role to play in maintaining the health of marine habitats. This is particularly true of the Pacific cleaner shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) – one of the busiest and best cleaner-uppers of the deep blue. … Continued
Here at Tynemouth Aquarium our Seal Cove exhibit lets you get up close with our very own harbour seals, each of which have their own special personalities. With four seals to get to know, and twice daily shows, it’s no wonder our visitors come back time and time again! However, did you know that we … Continued
The mysterious fish of the deep sea have long captured the imagination, and even now, scientists continue making exciting discoveries about the animals that dwell in the deepest parts of our planet. One such creature is the flashlight fish (Anomalops katoptron), an otherworldly specimen that we’re lucky enough to have on-site here at Tynemouth Aquarium. … Continued
Do you want to show off your creative flair for the chance to win prize tickets to Tynemouth Aquarium? You could be in with a chance of winning a family day ticket by submitting a creative poem or drawing in theme with our Save Our Seas Month Event. Enter the competition by simply downloading either … Continued
Always up to mischief, our cute little marmosets are some of our visitors’ favourites here at Tynemouth Aquarium. Let’s take a look at what makes these pint-sized primates so charming, as well as what they love to eat, where they live and where you can find them the next time you come by for a … Continued
Algae. It’s something everyone has heard of, but do you know what it is? Lots of people would guess that it’s a plant, while others might take a punt and say that it’s an animal. They’d all be wrong. So, what is algae? How does it grow? And is it good or bad for our … Continued
S.O.S (Save Our Seas) Month at Tynemouth Aquarium Saturday 22nd July – Sunday 3rd September 2023 Come to Tynemouth Aquarium this summer for an exciting and educational journey!You can help protect our seas by raising awareness about all of the dangers that lie in the ocean, affecting all of our beautiful sea creatures and their … Continued
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Here are our top tips on how to make reading fun for kids. And since we’re all about marine animals, we’ve also included a few of our favourite ocean-themed reads that your fish-mad youngster may like to try.