Vulnerable
Dugong
Dugong dugon
A gentle marine mammal that grazes on seagrass beds in warm coastal waters.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Ocean
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
50–70 years in the wild
Size
Length 2.4–4 m; weight 230–420 kg
Scientific Name
Dugong dugon
About Dugong
A gentle marine mammal that grazes on seagrass beds in warm coastal waters.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with ocean habitats with a herbivore diet, with a lifespan of 50–70 years in the wild, a size of Length 2.4–4 m; weight 230–420 kg, a conservation status of Vulnerable.
Fun Fact
Dugongs are close relatives of manatees and can spend long periods underwater while feeding.
Where Dugong Lives
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Shark Bay
, Australia
Andaman Sea coast
, Thailand