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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Chordata |
| Class | : | Mammalia |
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| Order | : | Sirenia |
| Family | : | Trichechidae |
| Genus | : | Trichechus |
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| Scientific Name | : | Trichechus Manatu |
| Type | : | Mammal |
| Diet | : | Herbivore |
| Size | : | 2.8-3.6m (9.2-12ft) |
| Weight | : | 400-550kg (800-1,212lbs) |
| Top Speed | : | 22km/h (13mph) |
| Life Span | : | 50-70 years |
| Lifestyle | : | Solitary |
| Conservation Status | : | Endangered |
| Colour | : | Grey, Brown |
| Skin Type | : | Smooth |
| Favourite Food | : | Sea Grass |
| Habitat | : | Warm coastal waters and slow-moving rivers |
| Average Litter Size | : | 1 |
| Main Prey | : | Sea Grass, Algae, Flowers |
| Predators | : | Human, Sharks |
| Special Features | : | Thick, wrinkled skin and flippers with no nails |