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Manatees are also known as ________.
Manatees are also known as sea cows.
Where do manatees live?
Manatees live in the water.
How big can a manatee get?
A manatee can grow up to 13 feet long!
Where can you find manatees?
You can find manatees in the Gulf of Mexico, the Amazon River and the oceans near west Africa.
What type of water do manatees live in?
Manatees can live in fresh water or salt water.
What type of water can the manatees NOT live in?
Manatees can not live in cold water.
What is a baby manatee called?
A baby manatee is called a calf.
How long can a manatee hold their breath?
A manatee can hold their breath for 15 minutes.
What is helpful about algae on the backs of a manatee?
Algae is helpful because it blocks the sun's rays, just like sun block.
What do manatees eat?
Manatees eat only plants including turtle grass, algae and hyacinth.
A manatee is closely related to what animal?
A manatee is closely related to an elephant.
How often do manatees usually take a breath?
Manatees usually take a breath every three to four minutes.
How many pounds of food does a manatee eat each day?
A manatee eats about 100 pounds of food each day.
How do manatees communicate?
Manatees communicate by making noises such as chirping, whistling and squeaking.
How are manatees and elephants the same?
Manatees and elephants are both gray or grayish brown, have thick wrinkled skin, bristle like hair covering their body and toenails on their feet.
What has caused a fewer number of manatees?
Causes for fewer manatees include fisherman nets, boat propellers, and hunters.
How is a manatee different from a sea lion?
Manatees are different from sea lions because they never leave the water for land.
What does a manatee look like?
A manatee looks like a walrus.
The manatee is an endangered animal. What support do they have to help them make a comeback?
Manatees now have the protection of the United States.
How do manatees warm their backs?
Manatees warm their backs by spending a lot of time at the top of the water.