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West Indian Manatee — printable fact sheet
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West Indian Manatee
Trichechus manatus
The West Indian Manatee is a large, gentle aquatic mammal known for its slow movements and friendly disposition. Found in shallow coastal areas, rivers, and estuaries throughout the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and southeastern United States, this species is highly adapted to a li…
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- The bones in a manatee's flipper contain finger-like structures, similar to a human hand, which help them manipulate food and navigate their environment.
- West Indian Manatees are sometimes called 'sea cows' due to their grazing habits and slow pace. They need to surface for air every few minutes but can hold their breath for up to 20 minutes when resting. Manatees have no natural predators, but human activities pose significant risks to their survival.
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