3rd grade Manatee

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What are nostrils?

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Either of the outer openings of the nose through which one breathes.

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What is a calf?

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The young of various large animals.

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What does gentle mean?

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Free from harshness, sternness, or violence.

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What is the meaning of coastal?

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The land near a shore.

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What are whiskers?

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One of the long projecting hairs or bristles growing near the mouth of an animal.

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What is the habitat of a manatee?

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Manatees are typically found in warm coastal waters, rivers, and estuaries.

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What do manatees primarily eat?

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Manatees are herbivores and primarily eat seagrasses and other aquatic plants.

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What is the average size of an adult manatee?

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Adult manatees can grow to be about 10 to 13 feet long and weigh between 800 to 1,200 pounds.

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How do manatees breathe?

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Manatees are mammals and breathe air through their nostrils, which they can close while underwater.

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What is the conservation status of manatees?

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Manatees are considered vulnerable due to habitat loss and other human-related threats.