PLUTO webcam

Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory
Plymouth Sound
Welcome to the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live underwater video from the Marine Biological Association in Plymouth Sound.
During the summer of 2017, we ran the 'Sea Life Live' project with the National Marine Aquarium, to raise awareness of marine life and help you to experience the marine environment. Whilst this project has come to a close, we are still keen for you to report any sightings of marine life from our PLUTO camera.

PLUTO highlights

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Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis)

The common cuttlefish is found throughout the Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean. They are highly intelligent molluscs and can rapidly change colour. Rarely observed on PLUTO.

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Snail grazing

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound.

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Pollack drift

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound.

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Camera wave

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound.

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Ballan Wrasse feeding

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound. This webcam provides a unique view into the underwater habitat of Plymouth Sound in real time.

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Wrasse clean

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound. This webcam provides a unique view into the underwater habitat of Plymouth Sound in real time.

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Corkwing

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound. This webcam provides a unique view into the underwater habitat of Plymouth Sound in real time.

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Big Ballan Wrasse

This clip was record from the Plymouth Underwater Teaching Observatory (PLUTO), streaming live from Plymouth Sound. This webcam provides a unique view into the underwater habitat of Plymouth Sound in real time.

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Lobster (Homarus gammarus)

The common lobster is found throughout the NE Atlantic and Mediterranean. It is only occasionally seen on PLUTO, but is very distinctive.

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Spider crab (Maja brachydactyla)

The common spider crab is found across the NW Atlantic and is the largest spider crab in British waters. It is only occasionally seen on PLUTO

Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis)
Pluto screenshot
Pluto screenshot
Pluto screenshot
Ballan Wrasse feeding
Wrasse clean
Corkwing
Big Ballan Wrasse
The common lobster is found throughout the NE Atlantic and Mediterranean. It is only occasionally seen on PLUTO, but is very distinctive.
The common spider crab (Maja brachydactyla) is common across the NW Atlantic. It is the largest spider crab in British waters and is only occasionally seen on PLUTO

Dive in and explore the shore!

Now that you've had a taste of the amazing marine life on your doorstep, why not get down to the sea and join some of the hands-on activities taking place this season:
The National Marine Aquarium are hosting a range of fun events this season, including NMA Lates Series: Pints, Pies & PhDs
Wembury Marine Centre organises hands-on events for all ages from April to September. Find out more on their events section.
The Marine Biological Association: Beach Rangers run free family-friendly events on Plymouth’s beautiful shores. There is no need to book. Just turn up and get involved.