Awaiting My Tern (Arctic Tern) Women's Relaxed Bird T-Shirt

Awaiting My Tern.
For inland birders, Arctic Terns represent the ultimate seabird challenge, a species that demands patience, planning, and probably a boat ride. These remarkable long-distance migrants travel between the Arctic and Antarctic each year, racking up more miles than just about any other creature on Earth. If you want to see one, you'll need to venture to coastal waters and literally await your tern. Yes, we went there. The pun was simply too good to resist.

About the Arctic Tern
The Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) holds the record for the longest migration of any animal on the planet, traveling annually between polar regions. These elegant seabirds experience more daylight than any other creature, chasing endless summer as they move from Arctic breeding grounds to Antarctic waters and back again. With their distinctive black cap, red bill, and graceful flight, Arctic Terns are masters of both air and sea, plunge-diving for small fish with remarkable precision. Spotting one requires dedication, and often a seaworthy vessel, making each sighting a memorable achievement for birders.

Perfect For
This relaxed tee is designed for seabird enthusiasts who appreciate the dedication required to see Arctic Terns, coastal birders who've made the pilgrimage to tern colonies, and anyone who loves a good bird pun as much as they love long-distance migrants. It's ideal for wearing on pelagic birding trips, casual outings where you can share your tern stories, or anytime you want to celebrate one of nature's most impressive travelers. Layer it with jeans for everyday comfort or save it as your favorite go-to bird shirt.

Fabric & Fit

• Solid colors are 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/y² (142 g/m²) or lightweight
• Relaxed fit for all-day comfort
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Crew neck

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