If you have ever looked into the waters of South America’s rivers, you might have come across a curious fish with teeth that look remarkably human. This is the pacu fish, a species often mistaken for the notorious piranha. While they share a family tree and a similar shape, the two are actually very different … Continued
The diversity of creatures found in our oceans is staggering. In fact, the oceans actually contain 99% of all the living space on Earth by volume, so it should be no surprise that the world’s biggest lifeforms reside underwater. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the size and diversity of marine life, … Continued
Is your little one obsessed with jellyfish? We can relate. Jellyfish are among the most intimidating and intriguing creatures of the marine world, so it’s no surprise that kids and adults alike find them endlessly fascinating. Take a few minutes to revel in these wonderfully weird facts about jellyfish. You might be surprised at what … Continued
Around the world, many zoos, aquariums and conservation facilities invest significant time and money into captive breeding and research. The practice can help struggling species thrive and increase awareness of the difficulties they face in the wild. To help you get to grips with captive breeding, we’ve put together a guide to what it is, … Continued
From arts and culture to history and nature, Bristol is filled with plenty of new things to discover about its past and present. So, what can we teach you about our favourite city? Here are 9 facts you might not know about Bristol – we hope you enjoy! Fact 1: Bristol is the largest city … Continued
Our planet is filled with diverse aquatic environments, from the open oceans to coastal marine areas. With an incredible range of animal and plant species we’d like to keep safe with our conservation efforts, understanding these areas, how they work and what’s in the different types couldn’t be more important. Here, we’ll explore the different … Continued
What has eight arms, a large bulbous head and a soft body? If you guessed the octopus, you’d be correct! Not only does its appearance set it apart from other fish species in the sea, but its reputation as one of the most intelligent aquatic creatures also makes it unique. Wriggle your way through our … Continued
It’s our 15th birthday at Bristol Aquarium in 2024! Here’s everything we’ll be doing to mark the occasion…
You could easily mistake these tiny, straw-like creatures for seagrass if you weren’t paying close attention – but this species is actually a type of eel that embeds itself in the sea floor. They may be small, but this certainly doesn’t mean they aren’t interesting! We have plenty of facts to share about garden eels … Continued
Starfish are remarkable sea creatures for many different reasons, but their anatomy is definitely something that makes them stand out against other marine life. These star-shaped animals have some very interesting body parts, none of which are as you might expect them to be. Ready to learn about everything from their stomachs and eyes to … Continued