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Videos about the dugongs, also known as "sea cows"
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Ages: 11 - 18
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Learn some curious facts about the majestic manatee. (04:05)
June 22, 2019 at 06:50 PM
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Ages: 10 - 18
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This large vegetarian mammal is a relative of the manatee and is thought to have inspired the myths behind mermaids. (02:04)
June 22, 2019 at 06:52 PM
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Ages: 10 - 18
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This video shows a development Along the coast of Abu Dhabi. This development is spilling into the sea, smothering the sea grass beds that nourish rare marine mammals called dugongs, also known as sea cows. These mammals are in danger because they do... not get enough food from the sea beds. (04:52)
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November 25, 2009 at 08:22 PM
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Ages: 10 - 18
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Manatees
From pbslearningmedia.org, produced by Thirteen/WNET New York
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Veterinarian Mark Lowe talks about the Florida manatee in this video segment fromWILD TV. Lowe describes his fascination with manatees which are an endangered species. Manatees have been in existence for millions of years. They are peaceful animals. ...Each has its own personality. A large public education program helps people learn about the history of manatees and the dangers they face with the decreasing supplies of vegetation and clean water they need to survive. Humans must be aware of how we pollute their water and endanger their survival when we use motorized vehicles in waters where they live. (04:38)
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March 21, 2012 at 12:14 AM
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Ages: 8 - 18
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Scientists are working on a sensor that might help save manatee lives. On average 100 of these animals are hit by boats each year. This movie discusses how scientists are trying to help this number shrink. Addresses endangered species. (02:08)
April 14, 2009 at 08:29 PM
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Ages: 10 - 18
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Each year, hundreds of critically endangered manatees are killed in U.S. waters by boats, disease and cold weather. 2006 was the worst year on record for manatee deaths 416 animals perished. With only a few thousand remaining in the wild, mostly in h...eavily developed Florida wetlands, the clock is ticking in efforts to save this amazing mammal from extinction.
Another rare species and close relative of manatees is the dugong. Dugongs cling to survival in a few isolated corners of the globe. In marine sanctuaries in Abu Dhabi, the bizarre animals have been notoriously difficult to find, let alone photograph. (02:27)
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June 22, 2019 at 06:59 PM
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Ages: 12 - 18
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Dugongs are sea cows. They graze on sea grass meadows underwater the same way as cattle graze on land. The problem is dugongs are on the verge of extinction and are rarely sighted. Dugongs are under threat due to destructive fisheries practice and de...gradation of seagrass habitats. In the run up to World Environment Day, we focus on this gentle vegetarian mammal. The health of the dugong is an indicator of the health of the community. Now a global movement has been launched for the conservation of dugongs and their sea grass habitats in eight countries from Africa to Asia and into the Pacific. (13:19)
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June 22, 2019 at 06:56 PM
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Ages: 11 - 18
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America's Wild Spaces: The Everglades : Dependent on fresh water to survive, manatees resort to desperate measures to find a drink in the increasingly salty Everglades. (01:58)
June 22, 2019 at 07:25 PM
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Ages: 6 - 9
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Dive in and explore the wet and wonderful world of our friends, the manatees! Practice reading and learning like a scientist reads and learns. Have fun comparing and contrasting text and visual media, and read some very happy news about manatees.
June 22, 2019 at 07:23 PM
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Ages: 12 - 18
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June 22, 2019 at 07:06 PM
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