Did you know?
More than 100,000 species on this earth, including us humans, need a specific type of water to survive – freshwater. However, with less than 3% of our world’s water being this type, it’s safe to say that freshwater ecosystems are incredibly valuable. Sadly, many of the UK and Europe’s waterways have been damaged over the years by pollution, and it’s up to everyone to help them recover
Our Northern Streams exhibit is here to take you on a journey, giving you the chance to explore freshwater rivers and discover the wildlife living in this type of habitat.
What is it?
What is Northern Streams?
Start your journey from spring to estuary as you wander through the Northern Streams exhibit. Freshwater is called such because it begins as water vapour that has evaporated from other bodies of water, and as the vapour rises it leaves behind any salt or other contaminants – becoming fresh. Most freshwater can be found in lakes, rivers and streams.
The fish that call freshwater home are physiologically adapted to this type of environment, and as such, our Northern Streams exhibit aims to recreate that authentic freshwater habitat to showcase some of the most interesting species.
The Exhibit
What's it like at the exhibit?
There are around 12 different species in our Northern Streams exhibit, with the water sitting at around 15 degrees to recreate a temperate climate for our fish. The exhibit represents some of the environments found in the UK and Northern Europe, and is home to a diverse range of fish from the planet’s cooler waters.
What's here?
What will I find?
Northern Streams introduces you some of the species that call the beautiful rivers and streams of the British Isles home, as well as some waterways in Europe too. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover wildlife that many will never have been lucky enough to see. So, without much further ado, here are some of the incredible fish you’ll see here…
Siberian Sturgeon
The Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baerii) is typically found in northern Russia, living in virtually every river system in Siberia. They can grow up to around 2 metres in length, and are long and slender with an elongated snout. You can recognise a Siberian sturgeon thanks to its scutes, which are horn-like bones that cover their bodies.
Who's it for?
Who would enjoy Northern Streams?
Anyone fascinated by the wildlife that lives on our doorstep will be thrilled to take a look around our Northern Streams exhibit. Similarly, if you’re interested in the UK’s rivers and waterways, this exhibit can give you a real insight into the environment and the animals that call it home.
Many of the species here can be hard to spot out in the wild, and so it gives a unique opportunity to learn something new about our very own fish.
Accessibility
At Blue Planet Aquarium we have strived to make our exhibits as accessible as possible. If you have any concerns or questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!
Did you know?
More than 100,000 species on this earth, including us humans, need a specific type of water to survive – freshwater. However, with less than 3% of our world’s water being this type, it’s safe to say that freshwater ecosystems are incredibly valuable. Sadly, many of the UK and Europe’s waterways have been damaged over the years by pollution, and it’s up to everyone to help them recover
Current Water Temp
1515°C / 59°F
Water type
Fresh water
Climate / Biome
Temperate Rivers
In This Exhibit
12 species | 700 animals
Where are we?
Northern Europe and North America