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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.
Do manatees pass gas to help them swim?
No, but they do pass it.
Do manatees actually swim?
Yes, they do! Manatees are large and slow, so it might be hard to imagine, but they are quite good at swimming.
What age did Ellie Simmonds start to swim?
9
When can babies safely start learning to swim?
Babies can safely start learning to swim around 6 months of age, but it is important to always supervise them closely and ensure they are in a safe environment.
What are a manatees basic needs for suvival?
Food, water (above 68 degrees F), people to swim with for their entertainment.
Why did the number of manatees start to decline?
Manatees do not have any natural enemies. They're only enemy is man. They are sometimes seriously injured by propellers of passing boats. The part of the boat that makes the boat move cuts into the manatee, and people even drive over them. Also, when people pollute the manatees can get killed by the trash. They can eat a soda can or other piece of trash, or get tangled in it, where the manatee cannot swim or maybe even breathe.
When do spotted seal pups start to swim?
Cubs learn to swim when they're around a year or two of age.
How often do manatees have babies?
Manatees can start reproducing when they are around 12 years old. They are able to have babies every 2 years after that.
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
