Dugongs and Their Habitat

The video introduces dugongs, also known as sea cows, explaining their diet, habitat, and the threats they face. Dugongs are marine mammals found in the Indo-Pacific region, feeding on seagrass and occasionally jellyfish and shellfish. They are endangered due to hunting, pollution, and accidental capture in fishing nets. Conservation efforts are crucial to prevent their extinction.

Why are dugongs sometimes called sea cows?

• Because they look like cows

• Because they eat grass like cows

• Because they produce milk

• Because they live on farms

Where can dugongs be found?

• In the Atlantic Ocean

• In the Arctic Ocean

• In the Indo-Pacific waters

• In freshwater lakes

What type of animals are dugongs?

• Reptiles

• Mammals

• Fish

• Birds

How long can dugongs go without breathing?

• 2 minutes

• 6 minutes

• 8 minutes

• 4 minutes

What is one of the main threats to dugongs?

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Shark nets

• Overfishing

What is happening to the seagrass that dugongs eat?

• It is being replaced by other plants

• It is being harvested for human consumption

• It is being destroyed by water pollution

• It is flourishing

Why are dugongs in danger of disappearing forever?

• They are being hunted for their meat, oil, skin, and bones

• They are moving to deeper waters

• They are evolving into a new species

• They are becoming more aggressive