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Most manatees are peaceful herbivores, grazing on seaweed on the ocean floor like a cow (which gives it the name "sea cow," for some far-fetched reason...).
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoManatees have a few predators which include: Sharks, Orca Whales, Crocodiles, and most dominately humans.
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What is the manatees worst predator?
humans
Who are its enemies manatees?
Boats - propellers kill more manatees than any other predator.
Is the nature of the manatee similar to that of a predator?
No. manatees are quite docile by nature.
Who are predators to manatees?
Some manatee calves can be preyed on by crocodiles, alligators and sharks but their only significant predator is man. Recreational boat propellers account for many manatee injuries and deaths.
Are manatees herbavores?
Manatees eat only sea grass, which is why they are called seacows.
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.
What are manatees young called?
calf
What is a manatees offspring called?
Manitie
What is the predator called in the Predator movies?
Predator.
What are baby manatees called?
calf. The calf is also for cow. Remember manatees are also called sea cows so mabye there's where they got the name
What is the fat on manatees called?
Manatee Fat
What is an animal with no natural enemies called?
It is called a parasite it is actually called a predator
