Short-beaked Echidna | Kids Heavy Cotton™ Tee
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Short-beaked Echidna | Kids Heavy Cotton™ Tee
Why people love this product...
Original wildlife illustration
Soft breathable cotton
Printed with water based ink here in Australia
Conservation conversation starter, with 5% of profits to BirdLife Australia
The short-beaked echidna is one of Australia’s most wonderfully weird mammals — covered in sharp spines, equipped with a long sticky tongue, and capable of laying eggs despite being a mammal. Found right across the country, from bushland to alpine regions, it uses its powerful claws to tear into ant and termite nests, slurping up thousands of insects in a single meal. When threatened, it simply digs straight down or curls into a spiky ball, making predators think twice. Although widespread, habitat loss, road strikes and feral predators still pose risks, and organisations like Aussie Ark work to protect native species and restore safe habitats. Even more remarkable, echidna mums carry their tiny hatchling — called a puggle — in a temporary pouch before tucking it safely into a burrow while they forage.
The kids heavy cotton tee is perfect for everyday use. The fabric is 100% cotton for solid colors. Polyester is included for heather-color variants. These fabrics are prime materials for printing. The shoulders have twill tape for improved durability. The collar is curl resistant due to ribbed knitting. There are no seams along the sides.
To keep this original design looking fresh and the print vibrant, turn it inside out, give it a cold wash, and skip the tumble dry and ironing—your shirt will thank you with long-lasting style!
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, cm | 41.00 | 43.00 | 46.00 | 48.00 | 51.00 |
| Length, cm | 52.00 | 56.00 | 60.00 | 64.00 | 67.00 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), cm | 34.00 | 36.00 | 39.00 | 41.00 | 44.00 |
| Size tolerance, cm | 2.54 | 2.54 | 2.54 | 2.54 | 2.54 |
.: Made with 100%, midweight (5.3 oz/yd² (180 g/m²)), US cotton that feels soft to the touch and a great choice for any season.
.: The crew neckline along with the tee's classic fit, deliver a timeless style that is perfect for daily use.
.: All t-shirts come with pearlized, tear-away labels for total comfort and a scratch-free experience.
.: Made using ethically grown and harvested US cotton. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.
.: Fabric blends: Heather colors - 50% cotton, 50% polyester, Sport Grey - 90% cotton, 10% polyester, Ash - 99% cotton, 1% polyester.
