Is a manatee endangered species?

Yes, manatees are endangered species. The manatee is a large, slow-moving marine mammal that lives in warm coastal waters and rivers. Manatees are herbivores, and they feed on sea grass and other aquatic plants. Manatees are threatened by a number of human activities, including habitat loss, hunting, and pollution. The West Indian manatee is listed as endangered under the United States Endangered Species Act, while the Amazonian manatee is listed as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).