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.

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

What else is in this exploration

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evidence

There is no scientific evidence that mermaids exist.

evidence

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.