Manatee

Do You Know about the Manatee Fish?

The manatee fish is a large, herbivorous marine mammal that is found in coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. It is the largest member of the order Sirenia, which also includes the dugong and the three species of hyrax. The manatee’s body is elongated and tapered, and it has a large, round, paddle-shaped tail. It typically weighs between 400 and 1,200 lbs (180 and 540 kg), and its maximum length is about 13 ft (4 m). The manatee’s skin is gray or brown, and its body is covered with fine hair. It has a rounded head with a small, flexible snout, and its eyes and nostrils are located on the top of its head. The manatee feeds mainly on aquatic plants, but it also consumes some fish and invertebrates. It is a slow-moving animal, and it can remain submerged for up to 20 minutes. The manatee is a gentle and docile creature, and it is often referred to as the “sea cow.” It is threatened by poaching, hunting, and habitat destruction, and it is currently listed as a vulnerable species.