Kids' Science Challenge #4 Question 2. Along the Florida Coast of the U.S. a type of mammal known as a sea cow inhabits the shallow coastal water eco-system. The Florida species is actually a West Indian species belonging to the order Sirenia. What is another name for a sea cow? Answer: Manatee Correct answer received from: Brian A., Sean U., Skitals C., Yevgenya S., John M., Al G., Derek J., Mark C., David N., Helen L., emma m.