ClimateAugust 15, 2026

manatee

MAN-uh-tee

Definition

A large, plant-eating aquatic mammal with a paddle-shaped tail, often found in coastal waters and rivers.

Etymology

The word comes from the Taíno word 'manatí', which means 'breast' or 'udder', referencing the female manatee's mammary glands. It entered English in the 17th century through Spanish colonial accounts.

In the news

The article mentions manatee rescue work as an example of the Nigerian conservation efforts being highlighted in the new television series.

Conservation magazine series, ‘Wild Africa’, premieres on Channels Television

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EnviroNews Nigeria

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