From: Are Mermaids Real? Exploring the Myth and Reality of Mermaid Stories
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What would a real mermaid look like if they existed in today’s oceans?

Imagining this lets you blend science and fantasy, mixing real animals’ traits with mythical ideas.

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Draw or design your own version of a mermaid, using what you know about sea creatures.

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There is no scientific evidence that mermaids exist.
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Many mermaid stories likely came from sailors mistaking marine animals like manatees for mermaids.
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Mermaids have been part of human culture and stories for thousands of years.
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