Auroch Digital hangs out with an octopus called Gloria
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unicorn surgeonfish
Following the launch of Megaquarium, we wanted to demonstrate how effectively the game captures the challenges of running a public aquarium. Who better to ask than a real aquarist?
We’ve been working with Bristol Aquarium to produce a mini video series about the design, upkeep, and daily running of marine exhibits. If features assistant curator Mark Iwachiw, who speaks about his experiences caring for aquatic animals, and he even gets in some tips on how to build the best aquarium.
Right in the heart of the city, Bristol Aquarium has over 40 themed displays and thousands of amazing aquatic creatures, including: tropical sharks, rays, seahorses, puffer fish, piranhas, and an octopus. The aquarium displays both a mix of tropical fish from around the world and others that are native to the UK’s waters.
Big-belly seahorses and Jem
Our four-part mini video series starts by exploring what goes into making a great aquarium exhibit, taking into account the layout, tank decorations, and which animals to house together. Next we discuss the joys of looking after different animals, such as Porcupine Puffer Fish, Groupers, and how Reggie the Puffer Fish got his name.
Another video in the series looks at how aquariums are designed and how games like Megaquarium can help to teach people about conservation. Lastly, there’s a video about the star of Bristol Aquarium - and one of the highlights of Megaquarium - Gloria the Great Pacific Octopus. She is a firm favourite of visitors as well as us here at Auroch Digital.
After we finished interviewing Mark and filming Bristol Aquarium, we brought everyone from our studio down to visit the aquarium in celebration of the launch of the game. We had a brilliant time spotting fish from Megaquarium in real life and Jem made sure everyone got to hear plenty of fish facts - whether they wanted to or not. We especially enjoyed seeing Gloria the octopus being fed and interacting with her handlers. It was absolutely incredible.
You can view our full video series on over on Facebook, and if you’re visiting Bristol make sure to drop by the aquarium to see Gloria!
Grab a copy of Megaquarium on your favourite platform to start making use of these great aquarium building tips.
