Where Do Dugong Live? 10 Interesting Facts To Know

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1. Dugongs primarily inhabit shallow coastal waters of the Indian and western Pacific Oceans.

2.  They are commonly found in seagrass meadows, estuaries, and lagoons.

3. Dugongs prefer warm waters with temperatures between 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

4. Key regions for dugong populations include the waters around Australia, East Africa, and South Asia.

5. They inhabit areas with abundant seagrass, their primary food source.

6. Dugongs can be found in bays, channels, and nearshore habitats with seagrass beds.

9. hey are known to undertake seasonal migrations in search of food and warmer waters.

10. Human activities, such as coastal development and habitat destruction, threaten the habitats where dugongs live.

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