- Tropical rainforest: Manatees can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where they inhabit the slow-moving rivers and estuaries that flow through the dense forests.
- Mangroves: Mangrove forests are coastal wetlands that are found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Manatees are often found in mangrove areas, where they feed on the seagrasses that grow in the shallow waters.
- Coral reefs: Manatees can also be found in coral reef ecosystems, where they feed on seagrasses that grow in the shallow waters near the reefs.
- Seagrass meadows: Seagrass meadows are underwater meadows that are formed by dense growths of seagrasses. Manatees are heavily dependent on seagrasses and can be found in seagrass meadows in various coastal areas.