29) Dugong Flashcards
1
Q
Context ?
A
“World Dugong day” on May 28th
2
Q
What is it also called ?
A
Sea Cow
3
Q
Details about Dugong ?
A
1) These are mammals
2) Flagship animal of Gulf of Mannar Marine NP
3) These are Herbivores – feed on seagrass only
4) Found only in warm latitudes of Indian and Western Pacific oceans
4
Q
IUCN and WLPA status ?
A
IUCN – Vulnerable
WLPA — Schedule 1
