Two Toothfully - Lincoln Park Zoo Poem by Ima Ryma

Howie, the hippo, doesn't need
Two front teeth from Santa this year.
He has an awesome pair indeed.
With open mouth they sure appear.
In the wild, a hippo can use
These large teeth against any threat.
Just the sight of these fearsome chews
Intimidates as a safe bet.
But nothing threatens Howie, so
There is no need to show hostile,
And his front teeth do only show
When Howie's giving a big smile.

Howie shows off his teeth for you
Here at home in Lincoln Park Zoo.