The dugong (/ ˈ d (j) uː ɡ ɒ ŋ /; Dugong dugon) is a marine mammal. It is one of four living species of the order Sirenia, which also includes three species of manatees.

Dugong dugon. Weight. over 800 pounds Length. nearly 10 feet Habitats. Oceans Dugongs are cousins of manatees and share a similar plump appearance, but have a dolphin ...

Mar 20, 2025 · dugong, (Dugong dugon), marine mammal that inhabits the warm coastal waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, feeds on seagrasses, and is similar to the manatee.

Dugong defined and explained with descriptions. Dugong is a marine mammal related to the manatee. The Dugong lives solely in ocean waters, however.

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The dugong (Dugong dugon) is one of four living species of the order Sirenia, which also includes three species of manatees. It is the only living representative of the once-diverse family Dugongidae ; its closest modern relative, Steller's sea cow ( Hydrodamalis gigas ), was hunted to extinction in the 18th century.

These enormous vegetarians can be found in warm coastal waters from East Africa to Australia, including the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Pacific.