The marine animal called Dugong which is vulnerable to extinction is
✓ Correct answer: d) Mammal
ExplanationThe Dugong (Dugong dugon) is a marine mammal found in shallow coastal waters of the Indo-Pacific.It is closely related to manatees.The dugong has a torpedo-shaped body with a fluked tail (similar to a whale’s) and two front flippers.Its skin is grayish-brown, and it has a rounded, wrinkled face that helps it forage for seagrass, its primary food source.Dugongs can grow up to 3 meters in length and weigh up to 400 kg.Dugongs are herbivores and feed mainly on seagrass, earning them the nickname “sea cows”.They play a crucial role in maintaining healthy seagrass ecosystems.However, dugongs are vulnerable due to habitat loss, hunting, bycatch, and seagrass degradation.Conservation efforts focus on protecting their habitats through marine protected areas and reducing fishing gear entanglements.414
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