Today let's discuss one of my all time favorite marine animals--the Manatee!! This animal is a large, mostly herbivorous marine mammal that is sometimes known as the sea cow. It's scientific name is Trichechus Linnaeus and it generally lives in warmer waters. Manatees typically breed once every two years bearing only a single calf at a time. Unfortunately manatees are an endangered species. There are many foundations trying to prevent their extinction. Some of the issues causing this would be pollution as well as taxonomy. In conclusion, here are thrree interesting facts about this cute little animal are as follows:
1. Average size is 8-13 feet.
2. It can weigh up to 1300 lbs.
3. The strongest sense they have is hearing.
There we have it! Manatees are adorable and I love them. You should too.
Sea you later!
~Little fish Leanne
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