Dugong (Duyung)
Dugong dugon
A rare, gentle marine mammal that grazes seagrass in shallow bays.
HabitatShallow seagrass meadows in sheltered bays
DietSeagrass (grazing herbivore)
SizeUp to 3 meters
BehaviorShy; slow grazer; surfaces quietly to breathe
Where you might see it
In calm, shallow seagrass areas around the Togeans; sightings are uncommon.
How to spot it
Look for muddy grazing trails in seagrass and a gray shape moving low. Watch for nostrils breaking surface.
Responsible Encounter Guidelines
- •Keep very large distance; never pursue.
- •No motorboats over seagrass at speed.
- •If it dives, youre too close - retreat.
- •Avoid loud splashing; keep group small.
- •Never separate mother and calf.
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Conservation Status
IUCN: Vulnerable; threatened by seagrass loss and net entanglement.