sirenia

Looks at the endangered manatee, its environment, threats to its future, and conservation efforts.

An illustrated introduction to the natural history of the Florida and Antillean subspecies of the West Indian manatee, the Amazonian manatee, the West African manatee, and the dugong, as well as the extinct Stellar's Sea Cow; with information about evolution, range, movement, habitat, anatomy, and other topics.

Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and endangered status of the manatee and the closely related dugong.

Discusses the evolution, movement, habitat, and physical description of manatees and dugongs, as well as what can be done to protect them.