b'Poppy RyderManateesA Procreate animated gif of two manatees sharing a kiss. Manatees are distant elephant relatives who live in freshwater of West Africa, the Amazon River, the Caribbean and Florida. The 10 feet creatures face threats such as habitat loss and human intervention. But Poppy has focused on the warmness of these gentle giants who can be very affectionate creatures. These two manatees are certainly affectionate as they share a loving kiss. says Poppy.Poppy is a final year Illustration BA student from the University of Portsmouth. Animals have been a lifelong passion, particularly mammals and aquatic creatures. Unsurprisingly they are a big theme in her work.Instagram: @pop.art21https://www.instagram.com/pop.art21/?hl=en-gb'