Trichechus manatus

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Manatee
Rundschwanzseekuh
Zeekoe
Lamantin d'Amérique
Manatí del Caribe

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The animal frequents the coastal zone
The species can be found between and 15 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 450 cm
Maximum age known : 60 year(s)
Sexual maturity : 8 year(s)
Time of apnea : 20 mns
The animal is a grazer of algae.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is classified asEndangered