How Do You Spell MANATIDAE?

1. Manatidae is a taxonomic family of aquatic mammals commonly referred to as manatees. It consists of three extant species: the West Indian manatee, the Amazonian manatee, and the African manatee. Manatidae is part of the order Sirenia, which also includes the dugongs, another group of marine mammals.

   Manatees are large, herbivorous, and fully aquatic creatures found in various freshwater and marine habitats, including rivers, estuaries, and coastal areas. They possess paddle-like flippers, a cylindrical-shaped body, and a rounded tail, which allows them to navigate through water with ease. These animals generally have a grayish-brown skin, although variations occur across different species.

   Manatidae are known for their slow movements and peaceful demeanor. They primarily feed on sea grasses and aquatic plants, using their flexible lips and a protruding snout to graze along the water's surface. Their diet and constant grazing habits contribute to shaping the distribution and diversity of aquatic plant communities.

   Due to habitat loss, pollution, boat strikes, and illegal hunting, manatidae species are considered vulnerable or endangered, facing significant conservation threats. Various conservation efforts, such as the establishment of protected areas and education programs, are being undertaken to ensure the survival and long-term sustainability of manatidae populations.

2. A family of aquatic herbivorous mammals, including the manatee.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for MANATIDAE

The word manatidae comes from the scientific name of a family of large aquatic mammals known as manatees. The Manatidae family includes three species: the West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus), the Amazonian manatee (Trichechus inunguis), and the West African manatee (Trichechus senegalensis).

The term manatidae is derived from the genus name Trichechus, which is derived from the Greek word trikhos, meaning hair, and the suffix -eus, which is used to denote resemblance or similarity. This is because manatees have fine, sparse hairs on their bodies.

The family name manatidae is formed by adding the Latin suffix -idae denoting a family of animals. Therefore, manatidae means family of manatees.