African manatee
Animal
The African manatee, also known as the West African manatee, is a species of manatee that inhabits much of the western region of Africa – from Senegal to Angola. It is the only manatee species to be found in the Old World. Wikipedia
Scientific name: Trichechus senegalensis
Conservation status: Vulnerable
Mass: 1,000 lbs (Adult)
Trophic level: Omnivorous
Gestation period: 12 months
Class: Mammalia
Family: Trichechidae
Source: Encyclopedia of Life
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