3rd grade Manatee

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What is the meaning of coastal?

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the land near a shore

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What are flippers?

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a broad flat limb adapted for swimming

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What are whiskers?

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one of the long projecting hairs or bristles growing near the mouth of an animal

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What is a zone?

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one of the sections of an area or territory created for a particular purpose

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What are nostrils?

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either of the outer openings of the nose through which one breathes

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What is a manatee?

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a large marine mammal also known as a sea cow, found in warm coastal waters.

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What do manatees eat?

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Manatees are herbivores and primarily eat seagrass and other aquatic plants.

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Where do manatees live?

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Manatees live in shallow coastal areas, rivers, and lakes.

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What is the purpose of a manatee's whiskers?

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Whiskers help manatees feel their way around in murky water.

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How do manatees breathe?

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Manatees breathe through their nostrils, which are located on the top of their snouts.