The ragworm is highly common on our shores, though rarely seen except by the fishermen that dig them up for bait.

Ever noticed lots of little white spirals on seaweed fronds on rocky shores? These are tiny tube worms!

A well known inhabitant of UK seas, common lobsters can reach up to 60cm in length.

A most familiar seashore inhabitant, the common starfish truly lives up to its name in UK seas and rockpools!

One of 2 seahorses found in UK seas, long snouted seahorses are recognisable by their longer snout and fleshy "mane".

This dashing diving duck is a winter visitor to the UK's seas, coastal lakes and occasionally inland water bodies.

One of 2 seahorses found in UK seas, short snouted seahorses are recognisable by their shorter snout - surprisingly enough!

This sponge is found on rocky shores around the UK and looks like a thick bready crust (if you use your imagination a bit!).

Found on rocky shores and seabeds, the Keyhole limpet gets its name from the little hole at the tip of its shell.

Their long narrow shells are a common sight on our shores, especially after storms, but the animals themselves live buried in the sand.