Indonesia is a country with an extraordinary wealth of flora and fauna. One of the animal species found in Indonesian waters is the dugong or known as a mermaid. Mermaids are animals that come from ancient Greek mythology. However, many Indonesians believe that dugongs actually exist and are found in Indonesian waters. Before we delve into what dugongs in Indonesia look like, we need to know more about dugongs themselves. Mermaids are considered to be human-like creatures, but they live in water. The physical form of mermaids is believed to have human-like legs, but there are also those who claim that mermaids generally have a fish-like tail. Many stories and myths speak of the existence of mermaids. Among the myths about mermaids circulating in Indonesian society is that mermaids can kill people who swim in the sea or river. This myth is not entirely true, since mermaids are not aggressive or dangerous to humans. For fishing communities, the appearance of a mermaid is considered a sign of good luck. Because mermaids are considered a symbol of magic, good luck and the presence of the god of the sea. In Greek mythology, mermaids are a symbol of beauty and wisdom. This makes dugongs considered respectable creatures by Indonesians living near the sea. Dugong sightings in Indonesia are very rare, but several cases of dugong sightings by individuals have been reported. One of the most frequently reported areas in Indonesia as a location for dugong sightings is the waters off Bali. Several people have seen dugongs in the waters near hotels and zoos in Bali. Apart from Bali, other areas of Indonesia where dugong sightings have been reported are the waters of the Sunda Strait and Karimunjawa. Several mermaid sightings have been reported there by fishermen and tourists. However, so far there is no evidence that fully confirms the existence of dugongs in Indonesia. Is it true that dugongs exist in Indonesian waters? There is no clear answer to this question. However, care must be taken when debunking the facts and myths surrounding the existence of mermaids. There are many stories and myths about dugongs, but there is also the fact that increased human economic activity, vast amounts of debris, and activities that disrupt marine biota can lead to disruption of marine ecosystems and loss of habitat. of the dugong In this case, protecting the environment in Indonesian waters is very important to maintain the survival of dugongs. Apart from dugongs, Indonesian waters are home to many other species of marine animals that require good respect for the environment to survive. From the tourism side, the culture of belief in mystical creatures like mermaids can be an attractive tourist attraction. Indonesia has a very diverse and interesting tourist wealth, the existence of dugongs can be one of the tourist assets that invites visitors to explore the beauty of Indonesian waters. In summary, although the appearance of dugongs in Indonesia has not been fully confirmed, the beliefs and folklore about their existence are still deeply rooted in Indonesian society. The preservation of Indonesia's marine environment is very important to ensure the survival of various marine species and bring economic benefits to local communities. Through conservation and environmental preservation efforts, the appearance of dugongs in Indonesian waters is expected to increase in number and become a tourist attraction.