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Unfortunately, dugongs are listed as vulnerable or endangered in many parts of their range due to various threats, including habitat loss, pollution, entanglement in fishing nets, and boat strikes. Dugongs hold cultural significance for many indigenous communities in regions where they are found.
- “Bring Back The Mermaid”
- Collecting Samples
- Historical Knowledge
Dugongs are interesting for many reasons. The name of the Order Sirenia to which they belong indicates that early sailors mistook themfor “sirens” or mermaids, as illustrated in the legend of Odysseus. Dugong teats are located under their front flippers (in their “armpits”), so it may look like they are cradling an infant when suckling a calf. Or t...
Some marine mammals, like the dugong, are difficult to study in the wild. There are a few reasons for this: these animals either occur far offshore; are solitary; or their deep diving lifestyle makes them inaccessible to researchers. In the dugong’s case, however, it seems that the decline in animal numbers is the biggest hurdle to in-depth studies...
This study added to our understanding of dugong biology. This will, hopefully, contribute to its conservation because it highlights previously unknown vulnerable or even isolated populations. With this knowledge, conservation organisations and governments will know where to invest resources to protect the species and prevent its extinction. Our wor...
Today, possibly the smallest and northernmost population of dugongs exists around the Ryukyu islands, and a population formerly existed off Taiwan. [13] An endangered population of 50 or fewer dugongs, possibly as few as three individuals, survives [ 76 ] around Okinawa . [ 77 ]
Sep 7, 2017 · Today, the animal is a symbol of resistance to the US military bases. For example, the dugong itself listed as the primary plaintiff in a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense.
Aug 25, 2021 · A close relative of the manatee found in the Indo-Pacific, dugongs are a hit for tourists and an important part of coastal marine ecosystems. But between climate change, harmful fishing...
The dugong is a medium-sized marine mammal and the only herbivorous marine mammal, found in the coastal waters of approximately 40 countries across the Indo-West Pacific region. These creatures are highly dependent on seagrass for sustenance, thus confining their...
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Western range: East Africa, Red Sea and Arabian Gulf. India and Sri Lanka. East and South East Asia. Pacific Islands. Australia. For each country within each region. Distribution and abundance. Threatening processes. Existing conservation initiatives.
