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Manatee
Trichechus manatus
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Totally safe
danger 1 out of 5
What you should know
A gentle giant that eats only plants. Florida law protects them, so look but never touch, chase, or give one water.
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Their closest living relative is the elephant, not the whale. You can sort of see it in the face.
Staying safe around it
This one is genuinely harmless to people. Still look with your eyes and let it go about its day.
Always ask a grown-up before you touch any animal or plant. If something bites or stings you, tell an adult right away.
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Read more about the manatee at Wikipedia.