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Fighting to save a rare mammal in the waters off Tamil Nadu

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December 22, 2023

The dugong is believed to have inspired ancient tales of mermaids and sirens. Today it's under threat, along with the seagrass it feeds on. Conservationists and fishers have teamed up to bring both species back from the brink.

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