The marine mammal known as the "sea cow" is the manatee. Manatees are large, herbivorous aquatic mammals that can be found in the coastal waters, rivers, and estuaries of the southeastern United States, the Caribbean, and parts of West Africa. They are often associated with their gentle and slow-moving nature, and their plant-based diet primarily consists of aquatic vegetation.
Manatees are sometimes referred to as sea cows due to their size, slow pace, and herbivorous diet, which is similar to that of cows. There are three species of manatees: the West Indian manatee, the West African manatee, and the Amazonian manatee. These gentle creatures are protected in many regions because they are vulnerable to various threats, including boat collisions and habitat loss.