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I'm a manatee.
We are big mammals.
You live in the sea, right?
Manatees live in oceans and rivers.
We like warm water.
So we move to stay warm.
What do you eat?
We eat lots of plants.
Sometimes we eat tiny fish by mistake.
Are you a sea cow?
Yes. Some people call us sea cows.
But we're more like elephants.
We both have thick skin and toenails.
Do you ever go on land?
No. Manatees stay in the water.
But we come up often for air.
How do you swim?
We use our strong tails to move.
We steer with our flippers.
Do you have any enemies?
We are gentle and friendly.
But sometimes people hunt us.
They also pollute our oceans and rivers.
It's time for another swim.
Good-bye!
So long, Manatee!