Height: Up to 300 cm
Weight: Up to 420 kg
Color: Gray
Lifespan: 70-80 years
Diet: Herbivore
Habitat: Coastal Waters, Seagrass
Predators: Sharks, Orcas
Average Speed: 10-15 km/h
Countries Found: Indian Ocean, Western Pacific
Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Family: Dugongidae
Gestation Period: 13-14 months days
Top Speed: 27 km/h
Social Structure: Solitary
Offspring per Birth: 1
About the Dugong
The Dugong is a member of the Dugongidae family. It is primarily found in Indian Ocean, Western Pacific and inhabits Coastal Waters, Seagrass. This animal has a lifespan of 70-80 years and is known for its Gray color. Its diet consists of Herbivore, and it faces threats from Sharks, Orcas. The Dugong has an average speed of 10-15 km/h and can reach a top speed of 27 km/h.
The Dugong has a Solitary social structure and gives birth to 1 offspring after a gestation period of 13-14 months days. Its conservation status is currently Vulnerable.
Did You Know?
- Interesting fact about Dugong Lifespan