Manatees (/ ˈmænətiːz /, family Trichechidae, genus Trichechus) are large, fully aquatic, mostly herbivorous marine mammals sometimes known as sea cows.

Dec 31, 2025 · manatee, (genus Trichechus), any of three species of large slow aquatic mammals found along tropical and subtropical Atlantic coasts and associated inland waters, including the …

Discover facts about manatees, including their habitat, conservation efforts, and legal protections in place to safeguard these gentle aquatic mammals.

Jan 5, 2026 · Manatees remain among the most charismatic 'canaries' in Indian River Lagoon's ecological ‘coal mine.’ In 2025, they kept singing underwater warnings.

Manatees are federally protected under the Endangered Species Act and under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Manatees are large marine mammals with two flippers and a large, …

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Manatees are aquatic mammals with voracious appetites—spending up to 8 hours a day grazing. Manatees are sometimes called sea cows, and their languid pace lends merit to the …

There are four species of manatee found throughout the world; the West Indian or Florida manatee, the Amazonian manatee, the West African manatee, and the Chinese dugong. …

Apr 8, 2024 · Explore the world of manatees, the gentle giants of the sea. Learn about their habitats, feeding habits, challenges, and conservation efforts.

Florida Manatees are a subspecies of the West Indian Manatee (Trichechus Manatus). The Florida manatee lives in brackish, salt, and freshwater coastal areas around Florida. It is a …