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Jun 5, 2012 · Along the coast of Abu Dhabi, development is spilling into the sea, smothering the sea grass beds that nourish rare marine mammals called dugongs. Subscribe...
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May 5, 2016 · The Dugong: the Ocean's Vacuum Cleaner | Wild Egypt. This large vegetarian mammal is a relative of the manatee and is thought to have inspired the myths behind mermaids. Subscribe: http://bit.ly...
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Mar 27, 2018 · WWF-Australia plans to create one of the world’s biggest dugong sanctuaries in the Great Barrier Reef! The northern Great Barrier Reef is home to one of the largest populations of dugongs in...
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Every wonder what is a dugong? This video from National Geographic answers many of your questions. It even highlights the population and conservation efforts in Abu Dhabi, UAE – home to the Dugong and Seagrass Conservation Project Management office.
The dugong (/ ˈd (j) uːɡɒŋ /; Dugong dugon) is a marine mammal. It is one of four living species of the order Sirenia, which also includes three species of manatees.
Dugong dugon, also known as the dugong or sea cow, is a fascinating marine mammal found in the warm coastal waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. With its unique appearance and gentle nature, the dugong is a beloved member of the world's wildlife community.
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6 days ago · dugong, (Dugong dugon), marine mammal that inhabits the warm coastal waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, feeds on seagrasses, and is similar to the manatee.
