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Invasive Lionfish Leggings

Educational resources & donation included with every purchase. Learn more.

Known for their show stopping appearance, venomous spines, and voracious appetites, invasive Indo-Pacific lionfish (Pterois volitans & Pterois miles) are the first non-native marine fish to become established in the Atlantic. Lionfish pose a significant threat to local marine ecosystems due to widespread predation of native species, prolific reproduction, and lack of controlling predators.

    1. Raw hem and internally stitched bar-tacks allow for customizable inseam lengths of 31”, 29”, 27”, 25”, and 23”. Crop to 7/8ths length or customize for your height. Learn how here.
    2. Streamlined pockets on the side of both legs for your phone, wallet, snacks or sunscreen
    3. UPF 50+ sun protection (max rating achievable)
    4. Fibers mechanically engineered for quick dry, moisture wicking and breathability
    5. Resilient 4-way stretch and recovery for shape retention in and out of the water
    6. Tag-less, wide waistband for comfort, added security and fold over option
    7. 100% chlorine, sun, saltwater and sunscreen resistant
  • 88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex

UPF 50+ Sun Protection (Max Rating Achievable)

100% Fade-Proof From Chlorine, Sun & Saltwater

Anti-Microbial = Smell-Resistant

Fibers Mechanically Engineered For Quick-Dry & Moisture-Wicking

Made From Recycled Materials

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Advocate Apparel Inspired by the Indo-Pacific lionfish (Pterois volitans & Pterois miles)

Lionfish in their native range, from the South Pacific to the Red Sea, are an important part of the coral reef ecosystem and population numbers are kept in check through natural processes.

However, they are non-native to the Atlantic ocean and have become established as a harmful invasive species in this region, posing a significant threat to local marine ecosystems due to widespread predation on native species, prolific reproduction, and lack of controlling predators. Humans must intervene to reduce their impact in the invaded waters, and our Invasive Lionfish collection exists to promote action and awareness on this issue.

Beginning in the 1980s, two visually identical species of lionfish (Pterois miles and Pterois volitans) were introduced into the Atlantic via the US aquarium trade and have become the first non-native marine fish to become established in the Atlantic. Over the past decade, invasive lionfish densities in these non-native areas have exploded, as they have been documented along the entire US East Coast from Florida through Massachusetts, east to Bermuda, and south throughout the Caribbean. The expansion has been extremely rapid and exponential in scope.

5% of sales from your purchase of this product are donated to Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF)

“REEF’s partnership with Waterlust embodies our mission to protect biodiversity and ocean life by engaging and inspiring the public. We are proud to be part of Waterlust’s advocate apparel family, and are excited to continue working together to advance awareness and understanding of invasive lionfish and other marine conservation initiatives.”

Dr. Alli Candelmo, Conservation Science Manager

Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF)

Customer Reviews

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Nicole Keney (Houston, TX, US)
New leggings from Waterlust

These leggings are beautiful. Look forward to wearing them on my upcoming trip in September.

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Gale Adams (Vienna, VA, US)

Love them can’t wait to try them outt

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Sharon Sutliff (Sacramento, CA, US)
Quality

So glad I came across these. And helping the oceans cause makes it even better.

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Patricia Ancona (Sierra Madre, CA, US)
New leggins

I was worried they were too small, but they fit great look great and movement is great. Can't wait to see if they can keep me warmer in this cold S California waters.

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Alesi Enriquez (Care of Sarah Dancer) (Chester Gap, VA, US)
Stunning!

This is my second purchase with Waterlust and I couldn’t be happier or more excited for my next dive trip and show off this outfit!

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Jacqueline Denny (Steamboat Springs, CO, US)
Love the material and fit!!

I love my Invasive Lionfish Leggings! They fit perfectly - and I really like the cut and height of the waist. The material is flattering and feels good - just the right amount of thickness. I just wore them for yoga and they stayed put the entire session. So happy to have leggings that feel and look good, and to support Wanderlust's mission in the process. Thank you!!!!

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