YOUTH Golden Mantella Embroidered T-shirt

Let your frog-loving child rep their favorite animal! Our youth line serves as a way for parents to stoke the fire of their child's fascination for biology by giving them an embroidered frog to wear right on their chest. 

Golden Mantella (Mantella aurantiaca)

Family: Mantellidae

The Golden Mantella is a tiny, jewel-toned amphibian found only in a few isolated patches of rainforest in central Madagascar. Despite their visual charm, they’re critically endangered due to habitat destruction, collection for the pet trade, and climate change. Like its distant relatives, the poison dart frogs of South America, this little mantella secretes toxins through its skin, a defense it develops from its diet in the wild. Unlike many amphibians, Golden Mantellas are diurnal, meaning they’re active during the day - emitting a rapid, clicking call that echoes through the undergrowth. Golden Mantellas are incredibly synchronized breeders - when the rains arrive, dozens to hundreds of them will gather and call in unison, creating a chorus that can be heard from over 100 meters away. This explosive, communal breeding event ensures that eggs are laid in temporary rain-filled pools, maximizing the survival chances of their young in a fleeting window of opportunity.

As always, 7% of the total sale amount from this product will be donated directly to nonprofit amphibian conservation organizations. Read our About Us page to learn more about the organizations we support

• 50% cotton and 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.5 oz./yd² (186 g/m²)
• Yarn diameter: 20 singles
• Moisture-management fabric
• Modern classic fit
• Classic-width ribbed collar
• Neck and shoulder taping

This product is made especially for you after placing your order, so it takes us a couple extra days to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! The expected delivery time is typically 7-14 days after placing your order.

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