The Mojo Manatee figure captures the manatee's rotund body, paddle-shaped flippers, and the characteristic whiskered snout. The surface of the figure emulates the rough, leathery skin of a real manatee, colored in shades of grey to mimic its natural appearance. The detailed portrayal of the figure's face, with its small, beady eyes and prehensile lips, emphasizes the manatee's endearing and gentle nature.
The flippers are depicted in a way that highlights their role in maneuvering through water and grazing on aquatic vegetation. The figure's pose, shown in a floating position, captures the typical behavior of manatees as they drift through warm, shallow waters.
The Mojo Manatee figure measures approximately 5.5 L x 1.6 H x 2.2 W inches.
Manatees, often referred to as "sea cows," are large, herbivorous marine mammals known for their gentle and slow-moving nature. There are three species of manatees: the West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus), the Amazonian manatee , and the African manatee. The West Indian manatee is the most well-known and is further divided into two subspecies: the Florida manatee and the Antillean manatee.
Manatees are found in coastal waters, rivers, and estuaries where they graze on a variety of aquatic plants. They play a crucial role in their ecosystems by maintaining healthy seagrass beds and other submerged vegetation. Manatees have a slow metabolism and consume about 10-15% of their body weight in vegetation each day. Their diet consists primarily of seagrasses, freshwater plants, and algae. Manatees are equipped with prehensile lips that help them grasp and manipulate food, and they use their flippers to bring food to their mouths.
Part of the Sea Life Series by Mojo.
Suitable for Ages 3 and Up.
Made of durable synthetic material. Hand Painted.
Product Code: MOJO-387211
Mojo 387211
by Mojo
3+ Years
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
