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.

Dec 12, 2025 · Dugong, marine mammal that inhabits the warm coastal waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, feeds on seagrasses, and is similar to the American manatee.

Commonly known as "sea cows," dugongs graze peacefully on sea grasses in shallow coastal waters of the Indian and western Pacific Oceans. Dugongs have become an important tourist …

The Dugong are marine mammals, that graze on seagrass. Dugongs are globally classed as “Vulnerable to Extinction” by IUCN Red List.

Dugongs (Dugong dugon) are a protected species of large marine mammals that resemble manatees. Dugongs belong to the order Sirenia of placental mammals. They have robust, …

5 days ago · Imagine gliding through the Red Sea and spotting a gentle giant - the dugong - grazing seagrass like a living lawnmower and perhaps inspiring mermaid myths; these slow …

Dugongs are large marine mammals often called sea cows due to their herbivorous diet and slow, gentle nature. They are related to both manatees and—surprisingly—elephants. They live in …

3 days ago · Learn more about Dugong and their habitat, including fun facts and where to find them.

Basic facts about Dugong: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.

While the closely related manatee frequents freshwater, the dugong is exclusively found along Indo-Pacific coastlines, roaming the warm waters in search of its next meal.