Dugong Collection (#2)

Dugong

Skeleton of Dugong

Teeth of Dugong

Picture No. 10848485
Dugong - aerial view over bed of sea grass (Dugong dugon) Date:

Model of dugong, side view

Dugong (Dugong dugon), model, side view

Egypt, Red Sea, Dugong (Dugong dugon) feeding from a bed of sea grass, close-up

Dugong - female and calf - Shark Bay, Australia
AU-209d-BC Dugong - female and calf Shark Bay, Australia Dugong dugon Ben Cropp / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Dugong dugon, dugong
A dugong exhibit at the Natural History Museum, London

Dugong casting, c. 1924, the Natural History Museum, London
To avoid the results of deterioration, it was vital to prepare casts from the bodies of large cetaceans and other mammals, such as this rare dugong, as soon as they arrived at the Museum

Dugong - surfacing - Shark Bay, W. Australia AU-1414
PPC-20112 Dugong - surfacing Shark Bay, W. Australia Dugong dugon D. Parer & E. Parer-Cook contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Dugongs (Dugong dugon) swimming along the seafloor. Dugongs are herbivorous mammals, feeding on sea grass found in the shallow waters of the tropical Indo-Pacific region

Manatee, Swallow Caye Wildlife Sanctuary, Belize, Central America

Dugong, (Dugongidae). A rare close up of a Dugong Abu Dabab Marsa Alam, Red Sea
Joe Graham / SplashdownDirect

Dugong, (Dugongidae). A rare encounter for a diver with a Dugong Abu Dabab Marsa Alam Red Sea
Joe Graham / SplashdownDirect

Endangered Amazon manatees, Trichechus inunguis, waiting for fresh water in a holding tank, Manaus, Amazonas
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Amazon manatee, Trichechus inunguis, mother and calf, endangered, Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil (c)
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris). Florida
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Aerial - Seagrass bed / dugong habitat at Cape Peron and Herald Bight Francois Peron National Park
JPF-14335 Aerial - Seagrass bed / dugong habitat at Cape Peron and Herald Bight Francois Peron National Park, Shark Bay Marine Park

Seagrass bed / dugong habitat at Herald Bight (Dugong dugon) Shark Bay, Peron Peninsula, Western Australia JPF43590
JPF-13600 Seagrass bed / dugong habitat at Herald Bight (Dugong dugon) Shark Bay, Peron Peninsula, Western Australia Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Dugong Australasian waters
PM-9493 Dugong - sideview swimming Range: Australasian Waters Dugong dugon Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Dugong - feeding
AUS-987 Dugong - feeding Vanuatu Dugong dugon Ingrid N. Visser / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Dugong - aerial over bed of sea grass Shark Bay, Western Australia
AU-1488 Dugong - aerial over bed of sea grass Shark Bay, Western Australia. Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Feeding on sea grass, Endangered Dugong dugon, EPI Dugong, Vanuatu, Pacific Ocean, Pacific

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The dugong, scientifically known as Dugong dugon, is a fascinating marine mammal that captivates the hearts of many. This gentle giant can be seen in various habitats, such as seagrass meadows like Halophila stipulacea. One captivating image showcases a male dugong gracefully feeding on a lush seagrass meadow. Its sleek body glides effortlessly through the water as it indulges in its favorite meal. The sight is truly mesmerizing and highlights the importance of these underwater ecosystems. In another depiction, we catch a glimpse of the West Indian manatee, Trichechus manatus. These close relatives of the dugong share similar characteristics and are equally intriguing to observe. Traveling back in time to 1874, we stumble upon an illustration saved from "The Mysterious Island, " featuring this enigmatic creature. It serves as a reminder that humans have been fascinated by the dugong for centuries. A heartwarming scene unfolds before our eyes as we witness a male dugong swimming alongside a juvenile golden trevally (Gnathanodon speciosus). This symbiotic relationship between species showcases nature's interconnectedness and reminds us of the beauty found within it. Delving deeper into history, we encounter an exquisite lithograph from 1836 depicting both the narwhal (Monodon monoceros) and vulnerable dugongs side by side. This artwork by Karl Joseph Brodtmann provides insight into how early naturalists documented these magnificent creatures. Moving forward to modern times, an awe-inspiring photograph captures a male dugong swimming beneath the surface with a young golden trevally accompanying it in Marsa Alam, Egypt's Red Sea. The vibrant colors and serene atmosphere evoke feelings of tranquility while highlighting their coexistence in harmony. Flipping through pages filled with scientific drawings dating back to 1810-17 reveals intricate details about sea cow teeth and different types of mantis.