About

Hi there! I'm Ivan Phillipsen: passionate birder, podcast host, nature guide, PhD-wielding biologist, and lifelong t-shirt enthusiast. Bird Merch is my brainchild.

You might know me from The Science of Birds, a popular podcast that dives deep into the fascinating world of our feathered friends. Or maybe you’ve joined me on a birding adventure with Wild Latitudes Nature Tours, the birding company I co-own with my buddy, Steve. Either way, my love of birds is pretty much all-consuming—and now I’m bringing that same passion to your wardrobe.

Where Birds Meet Tees

Bird Merch is where geeky bird facts and original artwork collide in glorious cottony harmony. Each shirt is crafted to delight birders, ornithology enthusiasts, and anyone else who gets a little giddy over a good field guide.

I design every shirt myself, using a mix of traditional and digital tools—but never AI. That’s right: no robots here, just a real human with a sketchpad and a sense of humor. Whether it’s a clever pun, a cryptic reference to a birding in-joke, or a scientific illustration with a twist, these designs are 100% me and 100% original.

Wear It Proud

I’m not just a designer—I’m also a collector and lifelong wearer of interesting, funny, and artistic shirts. Bird Merch is full of the kinds of designs I would proudly wear on a birding walk, at a coffee shop, in a 7-Eleven parking lot, or at the pub. If you're someone who loves birds, loves science, and loves a good graphic tee that sparks conversation, you’re in the right place.

So go ahead—grab a shirt, and wear it proud. Show the world how much you love birds!