It's an Owl Thing You Wouldn't Understand

Which one to pick

Animal designs split between the accurate and the cartoon. The single design here sets its own register — look at the drawing before deciding.

Keepers of unusual animals tend to want anatomical accuracy; someone who simply likes the animal usually prefers the cartoon version.

Who it is for

This suits the person whose interest in owl has gone past casual — the one who corrects documentaries. For a general animal lover, a broader design is a safer gift.

Silent flight is the real trick

Owl feathers have a comb-like leading edge that breaks up turbulence, which is why they fly silently. Birders bring this up within a minute.

They are not wise; the head shape simply reads that way to us. Ornithologists have made peace with the myth.

They cannot move their eyes, which is why the head rotates. That is the second fact, and it always follows the first.

Sizing and ordering

• Unisex tees run true to size — size up one for a relaxed fit.
• Allow two to three weeks. Each shirt is printed after you order, so production time comes before shipping time.
• Checkout happens on the print partner's site — Senprints handles printing, payment and delivery.