Dugong Twins Observed in the Gulf Region in Qatar for 2 Consecutive Years | CBCGDF OceanWetlands Reports

During the dugong population investigation in Qatar waters, the team led by marine biologist Professor John MK Wong made an important discovery: dugong twins were observed in the Gulf waters for two consecutive years. This discovery provides valuable data for studying the reproductive behavior of dugongs. In the video screenshot below, we can clearly see the swimming scene of this pair of suspected "twins" mother and child.

Video by Zaki Khaled

Dugongs are one of the only few herbivorous marine mammals in the world, which reproduce by internal fertilization. Their cubs are born large, and the mother will feed them for up to one and a half years. During this period, the mother dugong not only breastfeeds, but also teaches the cub how to find and eat seaweed. The cub will often snuggle on the mother's back to form a close mother-child relationship. This long-term feeding helps the cub grow faster and reduces the risk of being preyed on by predators.

Photo by John MK Wong

Original article:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/h38C7l6Q8X2peMLA7hSGBQ

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