When we think of fish, we often imagine them gracefully gliding through the water, their bellies facing the ocean floor. However, there are a few fascinating species that defy this norm by swimming upside down. These unique swimmers include the upside down catfish, lionfish, upside down whipnose anglerfish, and upside down jellyfish. This blog post … Continued
Tortoises are among the most fascinating-looking creatures on the planet, with their large shells being an iconic aspect of their physiology. It’s not just their shells that make them fascinating though – there’s a lot more than meets the eye for these creatures who are spread throughout the world. Together, we’re going to explore some … Continued
Mammals are a diverse group of animals adapted to various environments around the world, from scorching deserts to icy oceans. Their unique characteristics and behaviours make them a fascinating subject of study, which is why we’re sharing some of our favourite facts about them here. What is a mammal? Mammals, by their simplest definition, are … Continued
Sitting there thinking, what is a pinniped? Well, you’ve stumbled across the right resource at the right time. Here, we’ll be covering everything you need to know about what pinnipeds are and the animals that are classified as such, as well as the pinnipeds you can see at Tynemouth Aquarium. What does the term pinniped … Continued
Animals can be incredibly fascinating not only for their appearance and characteristics, but also the way they behave. Creatures across the world are able to communicate with each other, but how exactly do they do this? Let’s find out! Can animals talk to each other? We already know that animals don’t communicate in the same … Continued
Crabs are fascinating crustaceans and have captured the curiosity of both marine enthusiasts and casual beachcombers alike. From their curious sideways scuttling to their remarkable diversity, there’s much to learn and appreciate about these creatures. So, let’s delve into the world of crabs and uncover some intriguing facts that may surprise you. What is a … Continued
The world is home to an incredible amount of different species, each with its own unique characteristics and role to play within its ecosystem. Unfortunately, many of these animals are at risk of disappearing altogether for a number of different reasons. Here at Tynemouth Aquarium we play our part in the preservation of some of … Continued
As one of the oldest classes of animals, fish are an incredibly diverse group, with masses of variation in size, shape and colour. These characteristics are designed to help them fit into their environment – for example, A fish may need to be small enough to hide in the reefs they call home or have … Continued
The world’s oceans are populated by many weird and wonderful creatures of all shapes and sizes. Many of these creatures don’t look like animals at all, with some of them making use of camouflage techniques to blend into their environment. Barnacles are among those animals, with hard shell exteriors that resemble rocks rather than sea … 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