Manatees and dugongs can be saved in spite of all of the dangers they face. But we all must take action right away. Conservationists are people who work to protect animals, plants, and other natural resources. Conservation groups are working to enforce laws forbidding the hunting of manatees and dugongs. They are also working together with the government to establish refuges and marine sanctuaries (protected areas) where manatees and dugongs can live undisturbed by hunters, boats, and pollution. Scientists are researching manatee and dugong behavior so that we can better understand these animals. We must all understand these animals. We must all understand the dangerous situation facing the manatees and dugongs and what must be dine to protect them., You and I can help by learning and by teaching others about these special and vanishing animals.