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Do manatees swim in groups and what are they called?
Manatees often swim alone, but it is not uncommon for them to form groups, especially when seeking areas of warm water. Groups of manatees are called aggregations or herds.
How fast can manatees swim?
Manatees swim very slow, which is why boat propellor mutilations happen so often. Too often!
Do manatees crawl or glide?
Most of the time, they swim.
At what age do manatees start to swim?
When they are first born
Do manatees pass gas to help them swim?
No, but they do pass it.
What are a manatees basic needs for suvival?
Food, water (above 68 degrees F), people to swim with for their entertainment.
Are mermaids really manatees?
Actually, no because mermaids don't exist.
Name two guidelines for protecting manatees if you want to swim wiht them?
let them come to you and do not over whelm the sea cows
Do mammals swim?
Dolphins, Porpoises, Whales, Dugongs, Manatees, Hippos, Otters, Seals, Walruses are mammals that are very good at swimming. Most mammals can swim to some degree but there are some that like to swim and others that don't like to swim - like domestic cats. Domestic cats can swim, but they are very unhappy about it. Tigers, that are another cat, love being in water and swim well. Did you know that elephants can swim? They can cross lakes, rivers and sea inlets.
How does a manatee catch food?
Manatees are herbivores, meaning they only eat plants. They do not need to catch anything, only swim up to it.
What is the difference in DNA between manatees bats and geckos?
Manatees, bats, and geckos have different DNA sequences due to their evolutionary history and genetic adaptations for their respective environments. Manatees, as mammals, share more genetic similarity with bats than with geckos, which are reptiles. The differences in DNA between these species are responsible for their unique physical and behavioral characteristics.
Can a armadillo swim?
Yes! they can swim quite well actually!
