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Feb 27, 2024 · Unlike their manatee cousins, Dugongs sport a fluked tail, reminiscent of a whale’s. This tail is not just for show; it’s a powerful propeller, steering them through the water with precision and grace. The Dugong tail is a marvel of natural engineering, capable of swift movements that belie the animal’s size.
Meet the sea cows that inhabit coastal waters and learn why dugong conservation is more important than ever.
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. It also features many of our friends at the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi.
Aug 25, 2021 · But between climate change, harmful fishing practices, and a host of other issues, dugongs are under threat. Today, we’ll dive into the challenges facing dugongs, why they matter, and what we ...
Sep 13, 2022 · Dugongs (Dugong dugon) are one of the few remaining species of sea cow (order Sirenia), which were once widespread. Dugongs feed on seagrass in coastal waters from East Africa to the South Pacific.
Despite their solitary nature, Dugongs constantly communicate with one another through a series of echoing chirps, whistles, and barks. Female Dugongs can give birth to one calf per pregnancy and birth every 3 to 7 years over their 70-year lifespan. Young Dugongs stay with their mothers for the first few months of life.
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Feb 20, 2020 · The waters off Qatar are home to the world’s second-largest population of dugongs, sea mammals that eat underwater grass. Usually, they like to move alone, or in a small group.
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