Secrets of the Aquarium
Documentary series going behind the scenes at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, Devon as staff not only install new tanks and welcome new animals but also establish the UK's first National Marine Park in Plymouth Sound.
- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Documentary
Documentary series going behind the scenes at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, Devon as staff not only install new tanks and welcome new animals but also establish the UK's first National Marine Park in Plymouth Sound.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
Moving a Shark Is an Adrenaline Rush
59 mins
Marcus, the new curator, attempts a high-risk move for a problem shark to the top of the aquarium. Andrew builds a cave for a reclusive lobster, and star attraction Friday the turtle suffers a nasty bite from a mystery tankmate.
Episode 2
It's Amazing He Didn't Drop that Ray
59 mins
Catching rays is a challenge with a sting in the tail. Xav has to find a way to keep Friday the Turtle out of trouble. Freyja gives some care home residents a moving close encounter with sharks.
Episode 3
Do You Have Room for a Turtle?
59 mins
Marcus and Emma head to the Maldives on a rescue mission for an injured turtle. Back in Plymouth, Ian trains Zeus the zebra shark using a toy boat, and Andrew collects fresh seaweed for Larry the lobster.
Episode 4
If It Goes Wrong, I'll Blame Him
59 mins
Ian has to carry out repairs ten metres underwater in the deepest tank in Britain, and there's a surprise for volunteer Jill, the aquarium's 86-year-old 'ray whisperer'.
Episode 5
OMG These Animals Are So Smart
59 mins
Marcus installs a shark cage to allow visitors a close encounter, and a new octopus arrives from Portugal. Amelia has problems that threaten an ambitious project to replant the seagrass meadows.
Episode 6
Florence the Shark Is Looking Round
There is a surprise visit from the Princess of Wales, concern for a recent arrival and a pregnancy test for Florence the shark.