Our Ocean Planet

Videos

Coral expedition: wonders of coral

Enjoy the wonders of this unique environment

How have penguins adapted?

What makes penguin feathers so special?

Images & galleries

What are the UK's marine landmarks?

Explore some of the marine landmarks around England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

What are the different marine habitats around the UK?

Find out about the UK's different marine habitats.

Which creatures live in the seas around the UK?

Explore the diversity of UK marine life

What organisms live in the seas around the UK?

Learn about the diversity of life in the UK's seas.

How do we use the seas?

Learn about the different ways we use the seas around us.

What are the seven wonders of the marine world?

Do you know the seven wonders of the sea?

Why is the water cycle important to us?

How is water recycled around the world by nature?

Where does it rain more, and why?

Learn about the water cycle.

What creatures live on a coral reef?

Find out more about the amazing variety of life on the reef

What are the different taxonomies and behaviours of coral reef creatures?

Coral life gallery with additional taxonomic and behavioural information

What kind of rubbish is found on the world’s beaches?

The top culprits of beach pollution.

What are the impacts of marine plastic pollution?

Understand some of the impacts of marine plastics

How have penguins adapted to the Antarctic?

How are penguins suited to the Antarctic?

How have penguins evolved over time?

Penguin evolution described through a series of illustrations