Secrets of the AquariumTransporting turtles, hugging fish and swimming with sharks - all in a day's work. Head under the water as the dedicated team reveal the secrets of Britain's biggest aquarium.
DirectorTim Green
Moving a Shark Is an Adrenaline Rush
Nov 14, 2023
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.
It’s Amazing He Didn’t Drop that Ray
Nov 21, 2023
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.
Do You Have Room for a Turtle?
Nov 28, 2023
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.
If It Goes Wrong, I’ll Blame Him
Dec 5, 2023
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'.
OMG These Animals Are So Smart
Dec 12, 2023
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.
Florence the Shark Is Looking Round
Dec 19, 2023
There’s a surprise visit from the Princess of Wales, concern for a recent arrival, and a pregnancy test for Florence the shark.
