By-the-wind-sailor
Species
These mysterious and beautiful creatures rely on warm ocean currents to ‘sail’ them around the world... not a bad life?
Sea mat
Species
These mat like growths found on kelp and seaweed are actually colonies of tiny individuals animals.
Hornwrack
Species
Hornwrack is often found washed up on our beaches, with many believing that it is dried seaweed. In fact, it is a colony of animals!
Portuguese Man O'War
Species
Despite appearances, this weird and wonderful creature is not a jellyfish! They're sometimes found washed up on our shores after westerly winds. Look but don't touch - they give a very nasty sting.