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Protect Hawaii Monk Seal — Hawaiian T-Shirt

One of the world's most endangered marine mammals calls Hawai'i home — and needs our protection.

The Story Behind Protect Hawaii Monk Seal

The Hawaiian monk seal — 'īlio holo i ka uaua, "the dog that runs in rough water" — is one of the most critically endangered marine mammals on earth, with fewer than 1,500 remaining. Found only in the Hawaiian archipelago, these ancient seals have swum these waters for 11 million years, surviving volcanic eruptions and ice ages, only to face their greatest threat from human encroachment in modern times.

To Native Hawaiians, the monk seal is a deeply revered presence on the shore. When one hauls out to rest on a beach, it is treated with reverence and given space. Conservation efforts across the islands — from the main Hawaiian islands to the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands — are slowly helping populations recover. Wearing this shirt is a small act of solidarity with one of Hawai'i's most precious living treasures.

Product Details

• Style: Gildan 5000 Adult Heavy Cotton, unisex fit
• Material: 100% preshrunk cotton (heather colors contain polyester)
• Print: Direct-to-garment, color-fast, soft-hand feel
• Fit: Classic unisex — true to size, room to move
• Made on demand: Printed and shipped from a U.S. fulfillment center

Size Guide

Please check the size chart below before ordering — measurements are in inches and centimeters.

Care

Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not iron directly on the print. Treat it gently and it will outlast the suntan.

Mahalo

Every order helps keep a small Native Hawaiian-owned business alive in Kailua-Kona. Whether you're bringing home a memory of the islands or wearing your kūpuna's spirit close, mahalo nui loa for your support.