Spreading On Purpose - Lincoln Park Zoo Poem by Ima Ryma

As a sunbittern bird I can
Spread out my wings to scare away
Predators in an awesome span,
In bright and colorful display.
Large spots of yellow, black and red
Give the look of gigantic eyes,
Filling a predator with dread
That messing with me is not wise.
But I'm in an environment that
No predators do bother me.
I feel safe in my habitat.
Sometimes I'll spread my wings for free.

Okay folks - this spread's just for you,
Here at home in Lincoln Park Zoo.