Endangered Animals of South America
West Indian Manatee
Facts:
West Indian Manatees live in the shallow waters east of North and South America. They eat sea grasses growing from 2-50 ft. deep. Manatees tend to live near food.
Predators
Predators of the West Indian Manatee (W.I.M.) are alligators, sharks, and killer whales. Other marine carnivores are too small to eat a W.I.M.
Manatee Pictures
North W.I.M.
Lives in the Gulf of Mexico.
Pup Carrier
A mother caring for her pup.
Shallow Water W.I.M.
Your typical West Indian Manatee.
Manatees have secrets hiding on top of them!
Frequently Asked Question
Are manatees "Loners". The answer is: Yes. And no. While manatees prefer to live alone or with their pups, even if they have no pup, they are not alone. Different moss and barnacle orginasims grow on the surface of the manatees skin.
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