Manatees (/ ˈmænətiːz /, family Trichechidae, genus Trichechus) are large, fully aquatic, mostly herbivorous marine mammals sometimes known as sea cows.

manatee, (genus Trichechus), any of three species of large slow aquatic mammals found along tropical and subtropical Atlantic coasts and associated inland waters, including the watersheds …

Manatees are large marine mammals with two flippers and a large, paddle-shaped tail. The flippers are used to steer and hold vegetation. Their powerful tails are used for swimming, …

Florida manatees are large, aquatic mammals that are native to Florida. Adult manatees are typically 9-10 feet long from snout to tail and weigh around 1,000 pounds; however, they may …

Manatees are believed to have evolved from a wading, plant-eating animal. The West Indian manatee is related to the African manatee, the Amazonian manatee, the dugong, and Steller’s …

Jun 11, 2019 · Manatees are large aquatic mammals found both in the Americas and in Africa. Due to their herbivorous diet and docile demeanor they are also known as sea cows. This …

Manatees are aquatic mammals with voracious appetites—spending up to 8 hours a day grazing. Manatees are sometimes called sea cows, and their languid pace lends merit to the …

The manatee, also known as the 'sea cow', is a marine mammal that belongs to the group Sirenia, along with the very similar dugong. It is also distantly related to the elephant.

Mar 31, 2017 · The manatee is a large marine mammal with an egg-shaped head, flippers and a flat tail. Manatees are also known as sea cows.

Mar 6, 2025 · FWS published a proposed rule to revise the designated critical habitat for the Florida manatee, but additional efforts are still needed to ensure protection.