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Fleeing Giraffe | 7 Panel Youth | Magenta | Aqua | 100% Grey Recycled Mesh

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Fleeing Giraffe | 7 Panel Youth | Magenta | Aqua | 100% Grey Recycled Mesh

Katherine Homes

San Juan Islands, WA

Price

$39.00

About this piece

Fleeing Giraffe  We felt this topic was so important we dedicated 4 styles of hats to this issue and we wanted to make sure our youth knew it as well. Informing our children of these issues can make all the difference in raising aware and compassionate children - children that become adults who can break the cycle of the war on the wild.  While this design is beautiful and whimsical it actually highlights a very devastating truth about giraffes. The tallest mammal in the world which is also peaceful, and Herbivorous (they only eat plants) is one of the most hunted animals.  Fragmentation, habitat loss and illegal poaching critically threaten three species of the giraffe, Kordofan, Nubian, and Reticulated giraffe. They are poached for their meat, pelts, bones, tail, and hair. What if you...

About the artist

Katherine Homes uses wildlife and wildlands art to connect people with threatened species and outdoor places, with 1% for the Planet giving built into the brand.

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