***About West Indian Manatee

***: The West Indian Manatee, also known as Trichechus manatus, is a large aquatic relative of the elephant found in shallow coastal waters and rivers of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. Known for their slow, graceful movements, these manatees are gentle herbivores, subsisting primarily on sea grasses and freshwater vegetation. Conservation efforts are critical for this species, which faces threats from habitat loss, water pollution, and collisions with watercraft. The West Indian Manatee is divided into two subspecies, the Florida Manatee and the Antillean Manatee, each adapted to its unique environment.

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