YOUTH Green and Black Poison Dart Frog 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.

Green and Black Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobates auratus)

Family: Dendrobatidae

The Green and Black Poison Dart Frog is nature’s version of a warning label - vibrant, and best left alone. Native to the humid lowland rainforests of Central and South America, this tiny amphibian is a master of both camouflage and deterrence. Its vibrant colors serve as a loud message to predators: “I’m toxic.” The alkaloid toxins in its skin, derived from its wild diet of ants and other arthropods, can cause numbness, paralysis, or worse. Despite their dangerous reputation, poison dart frogs in captivity lose their toxicity when removed from their natural diet. Indigenous groups in Central and South America once used the secretions of these frogs to coat the tips of blow darts for hunting - hence the name. Today, scientists are studying these same compounds for potential use in powerful painkillers and heart medications.

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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