by Manatee-World | Aug 25, 2022 | Preservation
Manatees are peaceful animals that can easily interact with humans, as long as you follow the proper procedures. Some places offer the experience of swimming with manatees as part of an educational activity that aims to raise awareness of the importance of these...
by Manatee-World | Feb 27, 2014 | Species
West Indian Manatee – Trichechus manatus The West Indian Manatee is the largest out there in the world. On average they will weigh about 1,300 pounds and be approximately 11 feet long. They range in color from light to dark shades of gray. They live in warm...
by Manatee-World | Feb 27, 2014 | Information
Manatee Physical Characteristics There is no denying that the manatee is a very unique mammal found in the water. Full grown they can weigh up to 1,200 pounds. They can also be up to 10 feet in length. Many people have the opinion that the manatee is very strangely...