Synopsis
Paleontologist Richard Fortey discovers the lives of rock pool creatures, joined by leading marine biologists in a dedicated laboratory at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth.
- Programme: The Secret Life of Rockpools
- Channel: BBC Four
- Broadcast year: 2013
Licence: ERA Licence required
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