Manatees reach sexual maturity in 3-5 years (females) and 5-7 years (males) and may live over 65 years in captivity. Gestation is approximately 13 months and usually one calf is born. The calf may stay with its mother (cow) for up to 2 years. Male manatees (bulls) are not part of the family unit.
Butternut Squash can be easy to prepare in minutes. Cut the Butternut Squash lengthwise. Scoop the seeds out of the Butternut Squash. Place Butternut Squash in a microwave proof container, add 2 teaspoons of water to the squash where you had scooped out seeds. Cover and microwave 6 minutes on high. Scoop out squash and place in bowl. Serve hot with butter and/or brown sugar or maple syrup.
Preheat the oven to 400Âº F (= 200Âº C = gas mark 6-moderately hot.). Drizzle a small amount of olive oil on cut side of the squash and rub it around with your fingers. Sprinkle on some salt and pepper. Place the squash, cut side down in an oven-proof dish.Depending on the size of your squash, it will take approximately 35-45 minutes to get tender.ook the squash on high for approximately 7-10 minutes â depending on the size of your squash and how powerful your microwave is. If you do not have an automatic turntable in your microwave, give the dish a turn every 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.