*** About West Indian Manatee: The West Indian Manatee, also known as the American manatee, is a large marine mammal with a body that tapers to a flat, paddle-shaped tail. These manatees have two flippers to help with steering and movement. They are mostly herbivorous and spend most of their time grazing in shallow waters on a diet predominantly made up of seagrass and freshwater vegetation. The species is divided into two subspecies: the Florida manatee and the Antillean manatee. Typically slow-moving, manatees can exhibit bursts of agility when needed and communicate using a range of sounds, especially between mothers and their young. Conservation efforts are crucial as their populations are threatened by habitat loss and human activities.

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