Our oceans are not only important but full of incredible flora and fauna! Discover the secrets of the deep with us and learn about the amazing marine life that calls it home. From tiny plankton to giant whales, there's something for everyone to discover!
Did you know that scientists use Latin names for animals and plants? It is like a secret code yet universal that everyone in the scientific world knows, and it helps avoid misunderstandings. Plus, Latin names are often descriptive and can tell us a lot about the animal or plant's characteristics.
You will find the scientific name in brackets at the top of each description, but don't be scared if they look difficult to pronounce. The next time you hear a long Latin name, remember it's like a secret language between scientists!
PLEASE NOTE: This webpage has a lot of videos showing each of the sea creatures, so we have a photo to show while you wait for them to load, therefore, the longer you look around the more videos you can see.
Dimitra is an OCTOPUS
Dimitra is an OCTOPUS
Dimitra is an OCTOPUS
(Octopoda)
Octopuses have up to 8 arms and 3 hearts! They like to eat crabs, shrimps and lobsters
Sophia is a SEAHORSE
Sophia is a SEAHORSE
Sophia is a SEAHORSE
(Hippocampus)
Seahorses don’t look like fish but they are! They don’t have scales though, they have an exoskeleton made up of hard, bony plates.
Athena is a FLYING FISH
Athena is a FLYING FISH
Athena is a FLYING FISH
(Exocoetidae)
Despite the name, Flying Fish can’t really fly, but they can propel themselves out of the water to nearly 6m high.
Apollo is a GOBY FISH
Apollo is a GOBY FISH
Apollo is a GOBY FISH
(Gobiidae)
Red-mouthed Gobies get their name from their bright red lips!
They can grow up to 18cm long and sleep in the sand!
Orestis is a CLOWNFISH
Orestis is a CLOWNFISH
Orestis is a CLOWNFISH
(Amphiprion ocellaris)
Clownfish live in coral reef︎s which protect them from predators.
Female Clownfish can lay over 100 eggs and male Clownfish can change genders!
Electra is an EEL
Electra is an EEL
Electra is an EEL
(Electrophorus)
Electric Eels have electric organs which create strong and weak electric charges. They use them for defense, hunting, communication and navigation.
Under the sea is the place to be!
Under the sea is the place to be!
Teresa is a SEA TURTLE
Teresa is a SEA TURTLE
Teresa is a SEA TURTLE
(Chelonia mydas)
Green Sea Turtles use the Earth’s magnetic field to navigate.
They’re also an endangered species so we need to do all we can to protect them!
Adonis is a MANDARIN FISH
Adonis is a MANDARIN FISH
Adonis is a MANDARIN FISH
(Synchiropus splendidus)
These fish lack scales, using mucus for protection and camouflage. Their bright colours, rather than attracting mates, deter predators.
Atlas is an ANGLER FISH
Atlas is an ANGLER FISH
Atlas is an ANGLER FISH
(Lophius piscatorius)
Some species of Anglerfish produce their own source of light so they can swim through the very dark deep sea.
Carci is a CRAB
Carci is a CRAB
Carci is a CRAB
(Carcinus maenas)
Mediterranean green crabs are omnivores – they eat both algae and small animals like mussels.
Soter is a STINGRAY
Soter is a STINGRAY
Soter is a STINGRAY
(Myliobatoidei)
Stingrays are pretty speedy and some can travel up to 30 miles per hour!
Rex is an OYSTER
Rex is an OYSTER
Rex is an OYSTER
(Ostreidae)
An Oyster can filter 190 litres of water a day! A cluster of Oysters is called an Oyster Reef.
Theo is an URCHIN
Theo is an URCHIN
Theo is an URCHIN
(Echinoidea)
The Purple sea urchin is spiny but not dangerous. If you are very gentle you can hold it in your hand!
Sophia is a SEAHORSE
Sophia is a SEAHORSE
Sophia is a SEAHORSE
(Hippocampus)
Seahorses don’t look like fish but they are! They don’t have scales though, they have an exo-skeleton made up of hard, bony plates.
Atlas is an ANGLER FISH
Atlas is an ANGLER FISH
Atlas is an ANGLER FISH
(Lophius piscatorius)
Some species of Anglerfish produce their own source of light so they can swim through the very dark deep sea.
Adonis is a MANDARIN FISH
Adonis is a MANDARIN FISH
Adonis is a MANDARIN FISH
(Synchiropus splendidus)
These fish lack scales, using mucus for protection and camouflage. Their bright colours, rather than attracting mates, deter predators.
Rex is an OYSTER
Rex is an OYSTER
Rex is an OYSTER
(Ostreidae)
An Oyster can filter 190 litres of water a day! A cluster of Oysters is called an Oyster Reef.
Under the sea is the place to be!
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