Communication Communication A. Sound production. Manatees emit sound underwater. They seem to make these when they are frightened, sexually aroused, or interacting with each other.
Vocalizations are an integral part of the cow-calf relationship.
Cows respond to the squeals of their calves from more than 200 ft. B. Other communication. Manatees communicate through sound, sight, taste, touch, and smell. All Rights Reserved.