The fish species swimming around in our lakes, rivers, seas and oceans all have unique adaptations, quirks and characteristics. Some can camouflage to protect them against predators, while others have streamlined anatomy, making it easier for them to move quickly through the water. But one adaptation you might not know about is that some fish … Continued
The fishing industry has come a long way in recent years, with more eco-friendly and biodegradable materials being used. However, fishing can still cause issues with sustainability and the safeguarding of marine life. This human interference with marine life can have a huge impact on the ecosystems in our waterways, which can affect species globally. … Continued
Small, colourful and diverse, clownfish are more than just the black, orange and white fish that might be most familiar with. In fact, while you might recognise the clown anemonefish and orange clownfish as the orange fish with white stripes, you might not realise that these are actually different species. There are many variations within … Continued
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
The UK’s coastal regions are bursting with wildlife, large to small, in the air and on the land, but one of the most well-known animals that is native to our beaches are seals. They are large, generally relaxed creatures but because of their size they can be incredibly dangerous if approached or they feel threatened, … Continued
Most often found leaping across tree branches in rainforests around the world, monkeys are primates, which means that they’re members of the most developed and intelligent group of mammals alongside humans and apes. These cheeky creatures are social butterflies with heaps of personality, which is why in this blog, we’ll be giving you step-by-step instructions … 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