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Have you ever found it challenging to distinguish one species from another? This can be especially tough when they share so many similarities like crocodiles, caimans and alligators. Even though each one has its own unique characteristics and behaviours, they fall under the same category and share plenty of similarities. If you’ve ever mistakenly identified … Continued
From barren deserts and dense forests, to oceans and mangroves, invasive species can pop up anywhere. Learning what they are, how they spread, and why they might be harmful to ecosystems can help us understand their impact on our planet. What is an invasive species? A species becomes invasive when it enters another habitat which … Continued
The word arachnid stirs up feelings of fear and anxiety for many, with arachnophobia being one of the most common fears in the world! Is it the eight legs, or is it the multitude of eyes? We’re not sure, but we are sure that these creatures are seriously misunderstood. They’re found all across the world … Continued
With so many different species in fish in our world’s waters, it’s no surprise that some you might not recognise quite so readily. Triggerfish are one such family of fish that are scattered throughout our seas, but are probably more familiar to divers. With that in mind, we’re here to bring you all sorts of … Continued
We love our animals at Blue Planet Aquarium, but even though we don’t want to admit it, we all have our favourites! Our hard-working staff members would love to share their most loved animals with you! Phil Verbinnen, General Manager says… ‘My favourite animal in the aquarium is our Port Jackson sharks. Why… Like me, … Continued
There are two types of fish that can be quite difficult to tell apart. Firstly cartilaginous fish have skeletons composed of cartilage. Secondly, bony fish have, yes you guessed it, bone skeletons! Their biological classifications are Chondrichthyes and Osteichthyes respectively. Chondrichthyes and Osteichthyes There are more than 20,000 fish species in the world of the … Continued
Octopuses don’t live on land. As a result, you might never have seen a live one before. You may also never encounter one in the wild as long as you live. The fact that octopuses are not terrestrial animals can contribute to the ignorance many people have about them. How much do you know about … Continued
Ocean currents affect climates on their neighbouring landmasses. Currents are a continuous and directed movement of the ocean water. This happens through forces acting on the water. Things such as differences in salinity, the waves breaking, temperature, the wind or even the Coriolis effect. Many factors contribute to the direction of a current. Things such … Continued
