Bristol Aquarium is home to a whole host of fascinating creatures, and despite being an aquarium, some of those creatures spend quite a bit of time on land. One type of creature that spends time on land and in water is the terrapin. These nifty little turtles are not only incredibly cute, but they’re also … Continued
Groupers are a remarkably diverse group of fish that have fascinated aquarists for years. With over 160 different species, these magnificent creatures are a highlight at Bristol Aquarium, where visitors can marvel at their size, colours, and unique appearance. In this blog, we’ll aim to shed some light on groupers by exploring some fascinating facts … Continued
A day out with friends and family is all about creating memories to look back on for years to come. During these experiences, we remember the sights, smells, sounds and emotions of the day. Some people need calmer environments to properly concentrate on each of these senses and turn them into memories, which is why … Continued
Pardon the pun, but it’s almost impossible to fathom just how deep our seas and oceans are. Sure, advancements in oceanographic technology mean that computers can tell us how deep the ocean is, but the fact that 95% of our deep seas remain undiscovered tells you a lot about how mysterious and inhospitable these waters … Continued
Earth is home to the most diverse landscapes that we’re aware of anywhere in the universe, with a range of climates and wildlife, but no area is more diverse than the rainforests which are home to up to 50 million different species. So, sit back, relax, and allow us to take you below the treeline … Continued
You might think that you would recognise any number of sea creatures based on their appearance, but here at Bristol Aquarium we like to keep things interesting. What if you couldn’t see the whole animal – could you identify them from a close-up? Let’s put it to the test! Guess the sea creature from a … Continued
Seahorses are often described as the least fish-like fish because of their poor swimming skills, horse-shaped heads and prehensile tails used to grip the seafloor. But this uniqueness from other types of fish makes them fascinating, and scientists still have lots to learn about their habits, behaviours and appearance. So, if you’re also interested in … Continued
We know that fish have a whale of a time swimming around all day eating food but we weren’t sure if they were capable of companionship so, we decided to find out! Can fish fall in love? Remarkably, fish are known to demonstrate characteristics of falling in love with a mate. Similar to other monogamous … Continued
Outdoor or in, there’s nothing like a touch of greenery to help create a calm and peaceful atmosphere. Even if you have limited space, a garden can be the ultimate antidote for the stresses of daily life – something we’ve certainly discovered being in our Urban Jungle at Bristol Aquarium. So, what are the key … Continued
We all know that the seas and oceans of the world are full of beautiful, weird and wacky creatures that are uniquely adapted to survive in the environments that they call home. However, the human imagination can sometimes be more fascinating than the reality of the world, if we can truly say these creatures come … Continued