The Atlantic wreckfish (Polyprion americanus),or stone bass as it’s perhaps more commonly known, is a large species of deep-swimming fish that’s found – rather confusingly given its name – in a handful of oceans across the globe. It also happens to be one of the biggest and most striking members of the Ocean Floor exhibit … Continued
From the Atlantic seaboard to the wilds of Australia’s Pacific coast, the world’s oceans are strewn with shipwrecks – remnants of voyages lost to the deep blue. But while such sites are certainly poignant, they do have one upshot: providing an unexpected habitat and safe haven for dozens of marine species. You see, when a … Continued
These slippery creatures are mysterious, shadowy fish that are recognised for being more snake-like. If you don’t know much about eels, you’re in for a treat as we dive in and learn a little more about these powerful and fascinating animals. You can of course come and see our eels up close and personal at … Continued
Despite the horror film from 1978, piranhas are one of the world’s most misunderstood fish. Part of the Serrasalmidae family, there are thought to be around 30-60 different species of piranhas but the exact number of is actually unknown. While they might not be the prettiest of creatures to look at, piranhas really are fascinating … Continued
The octopus is a fascinating creature, both inside and out. From its unique number of arms and three hearts down to its extreme intelligence thanks to having an impressive total of nine brains, there’s so many interesting facts to get to grips with. Octopuses can also do many incredible things, including walking and camouflaging to … Continued
Massive, majestic, mighty – few superlatives do justice to the magnificent whale shark. These colossal animals are, as you may already know, the largest species of fish in our seas. But aside from sheer size, what else do you need to know about them? That’s what we’re here to find out. We’ve pieced together a … Continued
Few movies – especially animated ones – capture the beauty of our seas and oceans quite like Finding Nemo. This 2003 Disney classic did an outstanding job of showcasing the colour and diversity of the world’s underwater habitats, along with all the beautiful creatures that live within them. Of course, some of the marine animals … Continued
The Little Mermaid is a beloved 1989 Disney animated film that tells the story of a young mermaid named Ariel. The movie is full of vibrant underwater scenes with a variety of sea creatures, including many different types of fish. With Disney releasing a new live-action version of this classic this month, we wanted to … Continued
The Fish Cam has landed in our Coral Seas Tunnel! As you’re being mesmerized by the beautiful array of creatures swimming over your head, it’s sometimes easy to miss the finer details. What is the Fish Cam series? The Fish Cam series is a new video film series that hopes to highlight the fish in … Continued
We hope you enjoy this short film showcasing one of the weirdest groups of fish that inhabit our oceans – seahorses. Learn about some of the features and behaviors that make these creatures so strange, as well as the challenges they face in todays ever threatened marine environment. Filmed in-house around our very own seahorse … Continued