Dugongs are large marine mammals. They are the only species of Dugongidae left.
Dugong comes from the Malay word duyong - lady of the sea.
Dugongs are also known as sea-cows, sea-pigs and sea-camels.
They are the only marine herbivore eating huge amounts of sea grass but will eat invertebrates in necessary.
Most Dugongs live in the northern tropical waters of Australia. Find out more about this interesting and graceful creature by visiting the website.
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