Marine Iguana - Bella + Canvas T-Shirt

The Marine Iguana T-Shirt features Amblyrhynchus cristatus, the only living lizard species adapted to a marine environment. Found exclusively in the Galápagos Islands, the marine iguana is uniquely equipped to forage in the ocean, feeding primarily on algae. Adaptations such as a flattened tail for efficient swimming, sharp claws for gripping rocky shorelines, a blunt snout for scraping food, and specialized salt-excreting glands allow this reptile to thrive in conditions that few other land vertebrates can tolerate.
 
Marine iguanas are an important component of the Galápagos marine ecosystem. By grazing on algae, they help regulate growth along intertidal and subtidal zones, maintaining a healthy balance in coastal habitats. They are currently classified as Vulnerable, facing pressures from invasive predators, pollution, and climate variability events such as El Niño, which can reduce food availability and significantly impact survival rates.
 
This shirt is printed on demand using a Bella Canvas unisex garment made from 100% combed and ring-spun cotton, with polyester blends for Heather color options. The fabric is lightweight at 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²), pre-shrunk for consistent fit, and constructed with side seams and shoulder-to-shoulder taping for durability and shape retention.
 
The Marine Iguana T-Shirt is ideal for educators, conservation advocates, and those with an interest in evolutionary biology. It offers both comfort and a meaningful statement in support of biodiversity and the preservation of one of the Galápagos Islands’ most unique and ecologically significant species.
 
Product Details
 
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for all.

• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, Mexico, Honduras, or the US

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!