We may not have been portrayed as the best of friends in the movies but we’re actually more closely linked to sharks than you may think. Over 450 million years ago, humans and sharks shared a common ancestor – making us distant cousins. It’s All Relative It’s not just history linking us together, it’s DNA … Continued
Need a plan for the Easter holidays?! Don’t worry, Deep Sea World has you covered! Come and enjoy your days off by splashing about and discovering the wonders of our oceans. From shark diving, to coming face-to-fin with some of the most beautiful creatures in the world – there’s something fun for everyone! Oh, and … Continued
For most people, diving with sharks is the ultimate underwater adventure. If you’re planning on visiting Deep Sea World soon, then you must consider taking a shark-dive with us – it’s a thrill of a lifetime! But if you’re not quite ready to dive with sharks yet, or you’re just curious to find out what … Continued
5 Facts You Didn’t Know About Seals Think you know everything there is to know about seals? We’re pretty sure we can surprise you! Check out our favourite sealy facts below… They Store Oxygen in Their Muscles Seals breathe out rather than in before they go hunting! This means that there is very little oxygen … Continued
Christmas is a time for traditions, but so much of it can get a little same-old, same-old for you and your little ones. That’s why we’ve scoured the country to find you five alternative, family-friendly places to visit over the Christmas break. National Trust for Scotland Attractions The National Trust for Scotland is a … Continued
An aquarist is someone who takes care of the creatures in an aquarium, which actually involves much more work than you might first imagine. Aquarists’ days are filled with interesting and varied tasks, from observing any unusual creature activity to designing the exhibitions in the aquarium. We’ve listed four things the aquarists at Deep Sea … Continued
St Margaret’s RC Primary School reached out to us for some expert advice on caring for their goldfish. In response, one of our resident zoologists, Kate Cooper, paid a visit to the South Queensferry school to show the pupils a few tips and tricks on caring for their classroom pet and on the upkeep of … Continued
To coincide with World Octopus Day on 8th October, we’re hosting a very special event at Deep Sea World throughout the October half term, full of EIGHT times the fun. We’ll be welcoming a wonderful guest – Octo! the lesser octopus. Come and join us any day from Saturday 7th until Sunday 22nd October to … Continued
The natural world is filled with many curious yet fascinating things. It’s no secret that there are plenty of creatures with incredible abilities – whether land, air or sea creatures – including colourful camouflage capabilities, the skill of breathing both in and out of water, and the talent of still being able to swim or … Continued
Visiting Deep Sea World gives your little ones a hands-on experience with the weird and wonderful creatures of our oceans. Did we mention it’s jam-packed with education, too? For children of all ages, it’s time to ride the wave of fun and experience the fascinating wonders that the world’s waters offer. Find out more about … Continued