Welcome to our blogs, filled with fun and varied fishy info! Learn more about the animals we have at Blue Planet Aquarium, as well as others across the World’s oceans and how you can help protect them too.
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Crocodile vs Caiman vs Alligator
Have you ever found it challenging to distinguish one species from another? This can be especially tough when they share...
Invasive Fish Species: What You Should Know
From barren deserts and dense forests, to oceans and mangroves, invasive species can pop up anywhere. Learning what they are...
The Impact of Ocean Pollution on Marine Species
In May 2019, the UK Parliament declared a climate emergency, becoming the first national parliament to do this. This comes...
What Is a Habitat? Types of Water Habitats Explained
Our planet contains a medley of different habitats, all shaped by things like weather and water. Thanks to these environments...
A-Z of Sharks
Although people’s perspective of sharks can vary greatly, from fearing them to worshipping them, relatively little is known about these...
A Guide to Arachnids
The word arachnid stirs up feelings of fear and anxiety for many, with arachnophobia being one of the most common...
Top Facts about Triggerfish
With so many different species in fish in our world’s waters, it’s no surprise that some you might not recognise...
Why Are Sharks Endangered: Top 5 Questions Answered
Sharks are an incredibly ancient species that have been around for millions of years, even outliving the dinosaurs and placing...
The Layers of the Rainforest and What They Mean
Rainforests are found all over the world, from the Amazon and Congo to Borneo and the Guinean Forests of West...
Which Fish Live in the Danube River?
Diverse water habitats exist all around the world, and our rivers can provide a fascinating snapshot of the aquatic animals...
Keeping the Whole Family Entertained this Christmas in Cheshire
For many families, prioritising quality time at Christmas comes before anything else. But finding a festive activity that hits the...
Why Do Fish Have Scales?
Fish are full of interesting features, one of which is their scales. With their colourful and shimmering appearance, a fish’s...
What is a Cephalopod and How to Identify One
Throughout the world’s oceans, there is an incredible range of remarkable creatures, from huge whales to teeny plankton. One of...
What are Cnidarians? Everything You Need to Know
There’s an endless number of fascinating creatures that call our world’s oceans home, with so many still left to discover...
New Species Discovered in the Last Year
Earth’s biodiversity is vital for sustaining all life, and our ecosystems are delicately balanced to create an environment where so...
5 Interesting Facts About Tang Fish
There are many different species of tropical marine fish around the world, all as beautiful and interesting as the next...
6 Types of Reptiles You’ll Find at Blue Planet Aquarium
All reptiles fall under the order Reptilia, which is then split into a further four main orders, which is where...
A Day in the Life of Our Aquarist Team
Here at Blue Planet Aquarium, our team work tirelessly to care for our animals and protect the future of some...
Understanding the Important Role of Invertebrates
At Blue Planet Aquarium, we appreciate all the wonderful animals on planet Earth. From the teeniest ant to the largest...
El Niño vs La Niña: What are They?
Weather is a complex system influenced by lots of factors including temperature, atmospheric pressure, cloud formation, wind, humidity, and rainfall...
National Marine Parks: What Are They?
National parks are a staple of any British staycation, from the Peaks to the Lakes, Snowdonia to Exmoor, they’re indisputably...
Euro 2024 Aquarium Championship
Join us as we follow the progress of Euro 2024 through our species at Blue Planet Aquarium. Each country will...
5 Fascinating Fish You’ll Find in the Amazon River
The Amazon needs no introduction. Revered for its precious flora and fauna, this invaluable land is home to up to...
What is Seagrass and Why Is It Important?
Touted as one of the most important natural solutions to the global fight against climate change, seagrass is more vital...
Lionfish: Everything You Need to Know
Few fish are as striking to look at and as intimidating to learn about as the lionfish (Pterois spp). These...
Everything You Need to Know About Stick Insects
Among the wonders of the natural world, stick insects hold a special place for their remarkable ability to blend seamlessly...
How Much Do You Know About Our Oceans?
The ocean is incredibly vast, home to a multitude of life forms from huge mammals to the smallest plankton. What’s...
Axolotls: A Look into Their Habitat, Life Cycle and Conservation Status
We’re very excited here at Blue Planet Aquarium to announce our harem of Axolotls have a new enclosure in our...
6 Fun Facts about Sea Anemones
Sea anemones are a crucial part of any marine ecosystem, offering sanctuary to some animals and food for others. Actiniaria...
The 7 biggest sharks of Blue Planet Aquarium and the world
Sharks are some of the most thrilling and beautiful creatures in the whole world, not to mention the whale shark...
7 Famous Marine Scientists You Should Know
Marine scientists and biologists have contributed an incredible amount to the health, wellbeing and safety of our planet, and that...
6 Things You Need to Know About Carpet Sharks
Sharks are some of the most diverse and fascinating creatures in the ocean, with over 500 species swimming through our...
What are the Most Intelligent Sea Creatures?
With the sheer amount of different species in our world, it’s no wonder that there are some really clever animals...
What is Biodiversity?
The world’s ecosystems are a delicate balance, designed to create a sustainable habitat for the earth’s animals, plants and other...
What Are the Rarest Fish in the World?
Either as a result of evolution or through no fault of their own, some fish are considerably rarer than others...
Learn All About the Anatomy of a Shark
Sharks really are magnificent creatures, and with so many different species, they are a fascinating group of aquatic animals that...
How do Chameleons Change Colour?
We’re sure you’d agree that animals are capable of some impressive behaviour – whether it’s orcas working as a team...
5 Ways to Spend May Half Term in Cheshire
With the half term holidays fast approaching, there’s no shortage of ways you can keep the whole family entertained –...
Dinosaurs of the Sea: Ocean Life in the Prehistoric Era
From sharks as big as buses to carnivorous whales and giant sea-lizards, these enormous predators made pre-historic oceans a truly...
Where to See the Best of Nature in Cheshire
There are many beautiful hotspots around the UK where you can see some of the world’s best wildlife with your...
5 Reasons to Take a Class Trip to an Aquarium
The ocean makes up most of our planet, and the creatures that dwell in the ocean are enchanting and endlessly...
6 Facts You Should Know About Cichlids
It’s thought there are well over 1,000 different species of cichlid, making them an incredibly diverse family of fish. In...
Turtles vs Tortoises: How to Tell the Difference
Throughout the animal kingdom, there are various creatures that look alike but are entirely different species, such as hares and...
5 Things to Do in Cheshire Over Winter
While they may be cold, the winter months offer so much in the way of natural beauty and things to...
Is a Gecko a Lizard?
Reptiles are a fascinating group of animals, with a plethora of species that leave us awestruck. Among these, geckos stand...
Inside Sharks’ Mouths: Everything you Need to Know About Shark Teeth
Sharks are fascinating creatures, and one of the most iconic features of these apex predators is their teeth. Shark’s teeth...
Tarantula Anatomy: Learn all about the furry friends’ bodies!
To some, tarantulas are scary, creepy crawlies who should be kept away from, but for others, tarantulas are furry little...
Which Creatures Hibernate?
Hibernation is a term taken from the animal kingdom that most people will have heard of but that few will...
Why Do Snakes Shed their Skin?
Have you ever heard the phrase “being comfortable in your own skin”? For a snake, this takes on a whole...
What’s the Difference Between the Ocean and the Sea?
It’s always tempting to use “sea” and “ocean” interchangeably – we may even be guilty of it ourselves! But there...
Saying Goodbye to Kevin.
We are saddened to announce Kevin, our Giant Pacific Octopus has passed away. Kevin had reached maturity which sadly brought...
Which Sea Creature Are You?
Obsessed with all the different sea creatures floating around across the world? We get it – sometimes we prefer them...
Do Fish Sleep at Night?
If you’ve ever wondered, “do fish sleep at night?”, you’re not alone. It’s amazing how many visitors to Blue Planet...
Discover: The Caribbean Sea
Each year, the Caribbean Sea brings millions of tourists to the countries and islands that are on it. With such...
Animals that Camouflage: How Does it Work?
Now you see them now you don’t! There are a number of sea creatures that have developed the ability to...
5 Weird and Wonderful Sharks You Should Know About
Sharks are one of the Earth’s most ancient creatures – they were on this Earth before trees even existed. They’ve...
How Many Marine Animals Are There?
With over 70% of the planet covered by water, it’s no wonder there are parts of it that we haven’t...
8 Family Days Out in the North West
The summer holidays are upon us, and that means the great scramble to fill six weeks with fun stuff has...
Why are Coral Reefs Bleaching?
There’s no denying it – coral reefs are truly beautiful, but they have a sad story behind them. Coral reefs...
BRICKLIVE Ocean Exhibit Makes a Splash at Blue Planet Aquarium This Summer!
Visitors to Blue Planet Aquarium are in for a whale-y-good time this summer, as the highly anticipated BRICKLIVE Ocean Exhibition...
6 Fun Facts About Tarantulas
It’s safe to say that tarantulas aren’t the most friendly-looking of creatures, despite their furry appearance. They are often depicted...
Can You Name the Famous Pooch?
Puppies and dogs are regularly stealing hearts in our everyday lives. But have you ever thought about just how many...
How to Become a Marine Biologist
So, you’re looking to become a marine biologist? Wise choice! Here at Blue Planet Aquarium, we have the pleasure of...
Is Coral a Plant or an Animal? 8 Interesting Facts
It’s hard to picture the ocean without the wonderful colours and shapes of the coral reef. And, if we’re being...
The Different Species of Butterflyfish
Here’s everything you need to know about these fun and docile creatures of the deep...
Life Cycle of a Frog: Explained
Because the life cycle of frogs is such an intriguing topic, we thought it would be fun to talk through...
The Ocean Food Chain: Explained
Here, we’ll be swimming through the different levels of the ocean food chain, looking at how it works, and what...
What is the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef is one of those precious few places on Earth that must be seen to be believed...
Favourite Picks!
We love our animals at Blue Planet Aquarium, but even though we don’t want to admit it, we all have...
Egg Hunt x Shark Trust!
Beach clean-ups help protect the marine ecosystem by removing the trash that poses a danger to aquatic animals and plants! Thousands of...
We all just want to have Oceans of FUN!
What a Jaw-some first few days we’ve had!🦈 There’s been lots of fin-tastic games and dancing from everyone! The team...
Our Guest Experience, Conservation & Education Manager
We are dedicated to ensuring our guests have the best experience that can be achieved. Say Hello to Steff Cook...
JAW-some Crafts!
What a Turt-ely amazing half term we’ve had! As it draws to an end, let’s dive in and take a...
Toxicity!
Come and visit our newly developed toxicity display including the world’s most poisonous frog, we invite you to crawl inside...
King of the Aquarium!
We are proud to announce the arrival of Discus Fish at Blue Planet Aquarium! They are located in our Flooded...
Half Term – Sharks & Crafts!
Lets Get Crafty This Half Term! Whether you’re a creative mastermind or a parent looking for some fun, crafts to...
Fishing for the perfect Valentine’s date?
Follow our four step guide for shrimp-ly the perfect valentines evening for you and your loved one or friend, which...
Port Jackson Sharks have arrived at Blue Planet Aquarium
We are proud to announce a new arrival of shark species! They are located in our Caribbean Reef tank! Like...
Jaw-some Dive Experiences
Come face to fin with one of Europe’s largest collection of sharks as you dive in at Blue Planet Aquarium!...
Pufferfish of Blue Planet Aquarium
The Pufferfish of Blue Planet Aquarium capture the adoration of many of our visitors. These cute-looking, smiley fish make almost...
Dinosaurs Vs Sharks! Which is better?
There’s an important question, that’s troubled people for a long time, which are better Dinosaurs or Sharks? In this post...
Giant Pacific Octopus – Animal Spotlight
The Giant Pacific Octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) is regarded as the largest known species of Octopus. They have an average arm...
Birthday Parties at Blue Planet
What to expect from birthday parties at Blue Planet Birthday parties at Blue Planet really make a splash! Have up-close...
School trips & Educational Visits 2022
Arranging a school trip to Blue Planet We aim to make it as easy as possible for educators to arrange...
What a Curator does and why it’s important
Meet Dave. He has a very important job. He is the Curator of Blue Planet Aquarium. What is a Curator?...
Sharks of Blue Planet: Sand Tiger Sharks
Sand Tiger Sharks – Looks can be deceiving Sand Tiger Sharks look scary at first glance with their long, sleek...
The scuba divers of Blue Planet
Scuba divers of Blue Planet Aquarium If you’re like me, you may be curious about what Scuba Divers in a...
Save Coral Reefs: it’s important to biodiversity, society and life as we know it.
Mutualistic relationship of coral and zooxanthellae. Most coral has a mutualistic relationship with special algae called zooxanthellae. Zooxanthellae live inside...
We’re elated to be opening our doors once again!
On Monday 17th May, Blue Planet Aquarium will be re-opening its doors to welcome visitors once again.Following a tumultuous start...
The growing shark family: Arabian Carpet Shark
Arabian Carpet Sharks Arabian Carpet Shark (Chiloscyllium arabicum) Here at Blue Planet Aquarium, we have a large variety of sharks...
Comparing the size of sharks
From great whites to whale sharks, there’s no denying that some sharks are true behemoths of the sea. But how...
All About the Poison Dart Frog: Weird and Wonderful Facts
In this post, we’re showcasing the poison dart frog in all its weirdness and beauty, filling you in on everything...
Blue Planet Aquarium Temporarily Closed Again
Blue Planet Aquarium must sadly close its doors again in response to Cheshire being put into tier3 on 26th December...
The importance of the Coral Reef
In this guide, we’re shining a light on the beauty and significance of coral reefs, exploring what they are and...
Blue Planet Aquarium is Back Open!
Blue Planet Aquarium is thrilled to announce we will be re-opening our doors from Wednesday 2nd December following our closure...
Christmas Gift Ideas with Blue Planet Aquarium
Make memories like no where else, with our unique gift ideas! Blue Planet Aquarium is the North West’s biggest aquarium...
Second Temporary Closure for Blue Planet Aquarium
Blue Planet Aquarium will sadly close its doors once again in response to the country’s second lockdown. The site will...
All About the Dalmatian Pelican: Weird and Wonderful Facts
From its preferred habitat to its crafty method of catching a meal, here, we’re showcasing all that’s great about the...
Building a DIY Aquarium at Home: A Beginner’s Guide
To help you take the first steps towards building a DIY aquarium at home, we’ve put together this beginner’s guide...
10 of the Best Ocean Documentaries to Stream at Home
We've collected 10 of the best ocean documentaries that you and your family can watch together without worrying about getting...
The Longest-Living Sea Creatures in the World
Here, we’re exploring the longest-living creatures in our seas, giving you the lowdown on why they live as long as...
How to Make a Jam Jar Aquarium with Kids
Making these colourful jam jar aquariums is easy enough for even the youngest members of your household to get involved...
Meet Our Keepers: What’s it Like to Look After Sharks
Want to learn more about sharks? We're chatting to dive officer, Joe Cross, about life swimming with these amazing creatures...
The Internet’s Favourite Animal Crossing Villagers Revealed
We’ve analysed Google searches for Animal Crossing to find out the most (and least) popular characters and items, and to...
How to Make Mermaid Cupcakes – and Other Ocean-Inspired Desserts
To help inspire you and your child’s next ocean-inspired baking session, here are a few recipes for you to try...
Everything You Wanted to Know About Sharks (But Were Afraid to Ask)
We’ve put together a guide on everything you need to know about sharks, so you can get to grips with...
The Extraordinary Fish of Lake Malawi: Africa’s Freshwater Phenomenon
To celebrate the natural treasure that is Lake Malawi, here we’re taking a look at the lake, its species, and...
Siberian Sturgeon – The Russian Gold Mine
The Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baerii) is a large species of fish that can measure up to 2 metres long. The...
Blue Planet Aquarium is still blowing bubbles after 20 years of dives!
With the first dives done in August 2000, this month marks the 20 year anniversary of our extremely popular, PADI...
Shark Dive Photograph Wins at Annual Photography Competition
Blue Planet Aquarium is thrilled to announce that its own staff member, Donovan Lewis, has won the annual BIAZA (British...
Tequila Splitfin: Facing Extinction for 20 Years
The Tequila splitfin (Zoogoneticus tequila), is a small freshwater fish measuring up to 8cm long – with females being slightly...
Visitors ‘shoal’ back to Blue Planet Aquarium
The North West’s shark-loving public has been back visiting Blue Planet Aquarium this weekend for their o’fish’al re-opening!The aquarium, located...
Blue Planet Aquarium temporarily closes
Blue Planet Aquarium Closes Temporarily in Response to COVID-19 As a precautionary measure and in an effort to protect the...
Blue Planet Aquarium – Coronavirus statement for visitors
Blue Planet Aquarium Directors letter Hello Visitor, Blue Planet Aquarium would like to reassure you that we are doing...
Sharks of the world: Find out what’s swimming in the deep
Did you know sharks come in lots of different shapes and sizes? In fact, there are over 500 species of...
Romance Beneath The Waves
For us humans, love is one of the most important things in our lives. From a dozen red roses and...
How Plastic Pollution Is Damaging Our Oceans
Plastic is a cheap useful material that has transformed our lives over the past few decades. From water bottles to...
Chromis, New at Blue Planet Aquarium 2020
CHROMIS Known for their bright colours, Chromis are one of the less-aggressive species of damselfish. Considered to be playful in...
“Freddie” the Queen Triggerfish arrives at Blue Planet Aquarium
Little Fish – Big pond! It’s an exciting time here at Blue Planet Aquarium! This week we have had the...
Christmas Under the Sea
We’re in full Christmas mode here at Blue Planet Aquarium. Our very own Scuba Santa is diving in our tank...
Every thought you’ll have whilst diving with sharks at Blue Planet Aquarium
The idea of diving with sharks can bring a mix of feelings. A little fear but also excitement to get...
‘I love sharks because…’ competition!
Here at Blue Planet, we love our sharks. From the Sand Tiger to the Blacktip Reef Shark, we’ve all got...
10 Weird & Wonderful Facts About Blue Planet Creatures
We’re proud to have such a diverse range of wildlife here are Blue Planet Aquarium. From swift sharks and feisty...
Warm welcome to the Wirral Mini club
Blue Planet Aquarium yesterday welcomed a collection of Mini cars both classic and modern, when the Wirral Mini Club visited...
Top 10 Things To Do In Cheshire
Thinking of a staycation this summer? Whether you’re looking for a romantic escape or family adventure, Cheshire has something for...
The Great Oceans Getaway: Summer at Blue Planet Aquarium
26 July to 1 September 2019 Can’t decide on your perfect holiday destination? Why choose when you can visit Blue...
Where Do Sharks Live? Fun Facts About Shark Habitat
Everyone knows that sharks live in the water, but what else do you really know about sharks and their habitats?...
Sea Anemones collaboration
Investigating climate change and conservation in sea anemones In a collaborative venture, Blue Planet Aquarium and the University of Liverpool...
A Sea of Single-Use
Plastic is one of the largest problems for our waterways across the globe. Single-use plastics in particular fuel this excessive...
The 10 things you need to ask your kids at the aquarium
There’s always something new to see at Blue Planet Aquarium in Cheshire. From Europe’s largest collection of sharks to our...
The Most Venomous Fish in the World: Top 5 Stonefish Facts
The stonefish is the most venomous of all fish. It can produce venom that’s most lethal to humans; it can...
Easter Event: The Legend of the Mermaid’s Purse
Looking for an egg-cellent Easter event and something egg-citing to do during the school holidays? You can step into an...
6 Deadliest Deep Sea Predators: and How They Catch Their Prey
If you’re thinking about coming to our Predators event this half term, you’ll be relieved to know that the sharks...
Valentine’s night at Blue Planet Aquarium
Love Is In The Aquarium ❤️ Love is well and truly in the air this February at Blue Planet Aquarium...
Meet the Predators – February Half Term
Half Term at Blue Planet Aquarium: Meet the Predators Unleash your dangerous side this February half term as we show...
Shaky the Shark brings festive cheer to hospital children
Shaky the Shark brought festive cheer this week to the Children’s ward at the countess of Chester hospital. Countess Fundraising...
The Great British Bucket List: Top 10 Things to Do Before You Die
Have you ever created a ‘bucket list’? What do you think of when you hear the term? No doubt the...
Half Term: What’s On?
Half Term: What’s On? Nevermind the trick this Halloween month, it’s all about the treats this half term at Blue...
First Dates: Seeking Daring, Shark-Diving Daters
Nothing says ‘romance’ like some fun beneath the waves, right? Grab your love goggles, because Blue Planet Aquarium is sending...
FAQ’s for this Sunday’s Magical Mermaid Day
MAGICAL MERMAID DAY FAQ: What sort of ticket will I need to buy to come to Magical Mermaid Day? You...
How to Do a #2MinuteBeachClean
Over 800 million tonnes of plastic makes its way into our oceans every year! Plastic bags, nets, bottles, and more...
11 Living Creatures that Coexisted with Dinosaurs
Dinosaurs had a good run of more than 180 million years, until an asteroid came along and wiped out life...
Shark Week at Blue Planet Aqaurium
Its Shark Week and we’re celebrating by telling you all about our sharks. First up We have Wilma She’s the...
20 Years of Blue Planet Aquarium
All aboard for our 20th anniversary! Since our opening in 1998, Blue Planet Aquarium has been inspiring encounters with incredible...
Blue Planet Aquarium adds new fishy feature thanks to Neston High students
We’ve unveiled our newest feature here at Blue Planet Aquarium thanks to our friends at Neston High School! Check it...
Earth Day: 48 Days of Blue
Did you know that more than 70% of the Earth’s surface is covered in water, and that the ocean is...
How to Conserve Water: 7 Dos and Don’ts
Conserving water has never been so important to our planet. Cutting back on water usage doesn’t only help conserve a...
World Wildlife Day 2018: 18 Ways to Help Preserve Wildlife
The gloom-and-doom reports concerning the fate of wildlife around the world can make the situation seem rather hopeless at times...
Creature Case Study: Goliath Grouper
The largest grouper in the Western Hemisphere, the goliath grouper – scientifically known as Epinephelus itajara – can reach up...
Creature Case Study: Sand Tiger Shark
The sand tiger shark – not to be confused with the tiger shark – can often be perceived as quite...
Half Term at Blue Planet Aquarium: What You Can Expect from Your Visit
It’s back again! Half term has arrived and here at Blue Planet Aquarium, we have some fin-tastic activities to sink...
Cartilaginous Fish vs. Bony Fish
There are two types of fish that can be quite difficult to tell apart. Firstly cartilaginous fish have skeletons composed...
Helpful Facts to Satisfy Your Octopus Curiosities
Octopuses don’t live on land. As a result, you might never have seen a live one before. You may also...
The Great White Life – Trouble In paradise, Donovan’s latest blog.
Hello again, in this blog I will be talking about something a little bit different. I will be talking about...
How do ocean currents affect climate?
Ocean currents affect climates on their neighbouring landmasses. Currents are a continuous and directed movement of the ocean water. This...
Donovan’s Great White Adventure – The surprises continue!
The Great White Life – Into the Blue Hello again, Since the last blog entry concerning the White Shark dissection a...
Donovan’s Great White Adventure takes an unexpected turn
The Great White Life – A first in South Africa. Hello again, if you remember in the first blog entry...
The Great White Life – Donovan Lewis’ Big Adventure
The Great White Life – The arrival Hello, my name is Donovan Lewis. If you’ve seen the posts on the...
10 Reasons Your Toddler Will Love Blue Planet Aquarium
What makes the perfect day out for your little one? Whether it’s cute animals or exotic creatures, educational play dates...
OCTOPUS CELEBRATION AT BLUE PLANET AQUARIUM
AQUARIUM CELEBRATES WORLD OCTOPUS DAY Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks is to celebrate World Octopus Day on Saturday, October 8th...
STUDENTS’ JELLYFISH-INSPIRED ARTWORK
A giant jellyfish-inspired artwork which was created by students from a Cheshire high school is to go on public display...
SUPERSIZED SHARK WEEK IS HERE!
Blue Planet Aquarium is going shark crazy over the May Half Term Holidays (May 28th – June 5th). ‘Supersized Shark...
Stock-take at Blue Planet Aquarium
A stock-take with a difference has been taking place at Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks over the past week. Each...
JURASSIC SHARK – EVENT SPECTACULAR AT BLUE PLANET AQUARIUM
This Easter holiday Blue Planet Aquarium in Cheshire Oaks is inviting visitors to sink their teeth in to a brand...
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