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Trichechus inunguis (Natterer, 1883) Amazonian manatee |
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photo by
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| Family: | Trichechidae () | |||
| Max. size: | 300 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 450 kg | |||
| Environment: | demersal; freshwater; depth range - 1 m | |||
| Distribution: | South America - Inland water. | |||
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| Biology: | Feeds on vascular aquatic and semi-aquatic plants, floating palm fruits; some may fast or eat dead plant material during the dry season (Ref. 1394). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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