Species Type:
Plants & Algae
Common Name(s):
Manatee grass
Size:
Each blade of manatee grass can grow to anywhere between 5-30 centimeters (2-12 inches) in length.
Diet:
Like most other plants, manatee grass uses photosynthesis to convert sunlight into nutrients.
Range & Habitat:
Manatee grass grows along the coasts of Florida, Texas, Louisiana, Mexico, Central and South America. It grows best in shallow saltwater habitats.
Details:
Manatee grass is long, slender and tubular in shape and bright yellow-green in color.