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Parrotfish Protection 4 Inch Shorts

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The coral reef ecosystems that cover our globe provide essential food and habitat to over 25% of all marine life. The parrotfish is a common animal found among these ecosystems and are a crucial keystone species, responsible for cleaning the corals from harmful algae. The abundance of parrotfish can be related directly to the health of our coral reef ecosystems.

    1. Streamlined pockets on the side of both legs for your phone, wallet, snacks or sunscreen
    2. Fibers mechanically engineered for quick dry, moisture wicking and breathability
    3. Resilient 4-way stretch and recovery for shape retention in and out of the water
    4. 4' inseam with longer length in the back to flatter your curves while keeping you covered
    5. Tag-less, wide waistband for comfort, added security and fold over option
    6. 100% chlorine, sun, saltwater and sunscreen resistant
    7. UPF 50+ sun protection (max rating achievable)
  • 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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We ship orders same or next business day. Free priority shipping on all U.S. orders over $150, free express international shipping over $300.

Packaged responsibly

We lovingly prepare each one of our orders for its journey to you using the best packaging materials we can find with the least environmental impact.

Free returns + exchanges

Free within the U.S. International orders must pay return postage. Exchanges orders can be placed immediately with an instant credit.

Happiness Guaranteed

We stand behind every product we make. If you have a problem, we will solve it with the relentless determination of a salmon swimming upstream to spawn.

Advocate Apparel Inspired by the spotted parrotfish (cetoscarus ocellatus)

While parrotfish come in many amazing colors and patterns, this print is inspired by a male, terminal phase spotted parrotfish, native to the Indo-Pacific. Considered the most effective reef grazer, parrotfish serve an important function in maintaining the health of coral reefs. In fact, a 2014 IUCN report surveyed the health of Caribbean coral reefs from 1970-2012 and found that one of the most impactful actions we can take to restore the health of coral reef habitat is to protect parrotfish!

If that isn’t reason enough to love these bright and beautiful fish, an individual poops up to 200 lbs of sand a year, a critical source of sediment for beaches! For example, in Vakkaru Island in the Maldives, a 2015 study found that over 85% of their beach sand had been produced by parrotfish!

10% of profits from your purchase of this product are donated to Reef Relief

"Reef Relief is so grateful to expand our message of coral reef conservation through our partnership with Waterlust. They are an incredible company whose goals align with Reef Relief's to protect living coral. By purchasing items from the Parrotfish Protection Line you are giving back to Reef Relief's various educational programs and spreading awareness for coral reefs around the world."

Dora DeMaria. Education Director

Reef Relief

Customer Reviews

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Maya Dadez (New Richmond, WI, US)
Thick & great fit

Loving them! High waist feels so good, the pattern is colorful, I feel good about repping such a eco-friendly & conscious brand. Will be looking to get more when new designs come out!

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Kathy Rizzo (Woburn, MA, US)
Great Shorts but too Short

I wanted to love these shorts and I do love the design, print and quality. Unfortunately, they're just a bit too short. I'm 5' 8" and if I was 5' 4 or so they would have been perfect. I'd love to see them in a 6" length but if they do make them in 8" I would buy them.

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Judy Flayderman (Pompano Beach, FL, US)
Had to buy more!

Loved the first pair so much I bought another pair with a different design!!

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Jackson National Fish Hatchery (San Francisco, CA, US)
LOVE

This quality of these products is incredible. The waistband stays up and the color and print are so vibrant! I went back and ordered leggings because I love the quality so much!

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Robin Western (Arlington, WA, US)
Parrotfish shorts

Great shorts. Fit perfectly. Prompt delivery. Excellent service. Five out of five.

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Kelsey Noren (Oakton, VA, US)
I wish they had the longer shorts in this pattern

These are nice and colorful, but they scrunch up so that it's more like wearing 2 inch shorts instead of 4 inches. I think the material is quality. I wish they didn't scrunch up or were offered in a longer short.

Hi - thanks for your feedback! We are working on adding more shorts in the different lengths as soon as we're able, so we'll see what we can do here.

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