Baby dugong dies in Thailand while receiving medical care

The animal's illness shined a spotlight on ocean pollution and the problems surrounding plastic waste.
Thailand's National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department confirmed that the animal, which had been named "Miriam," died while veterinarians were trying to save its life, the Post said.
The dugong was previously being treated in the Andaman Sea but was moved last week into a nursery.
Dugongs are marine mammals that are similar to manatees.
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