Oceans for beginners

Videos

Coral expedition: wonders of coral
Enjoy the wonders of this unique environment

Images & galleries

Which creatures live in the seas around the UK?
Explore the diversity of UK marine life
What creatures live on a coral reef?
Find out more about the amazing variety of life on the reef
What are the impacts of marine plastic pollution?
Understand some of the impacts of marine plastics
Underwater coral reef safari
​This ocean safari offers you a peek at some of our favourite underwater animals, or the "big 8"
What are the creatures living in the deep sea?
Where does your food come from?
All about the Great Barrier Reef
Explore one of the seven wonders of the natural world
What kind of creatures live in the deep ocean?
Life deep below the sea surface
What are the different taxonomies and behaviours of coral reef creatures?
Coral life gallery with additional taxonomic and behavioural information
What are the UK's marine landmarks?
Explore some of the marine landmarks around England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
How do we use the seas?
Learn about the different ways we use the seas around us.
What organisms live in the seas around the UK?
Learn about the diversity of life in the UK's seas.
Seven different types of plastic
This diagram demonstrates the properties, recyclability and toxicity of seven types of plastic
Life cycle of a plastic bottle
Discover the journey of a plastic bottle from raw materials to recycling, landfill or litter
Ocean plastics facts and figures
Explore the facts and figures surrounding ocean plastics pollution