Sumatran Tiger

Through the forests of Sumatra Through the dark and sweaty jungle Proud and fearless pads the tiger Pads through bamboo, palm, liana Powerfully swims across the water Webbed feet pounding ‘gainst the current, Unaware of near extinction Forest dwindling, disappearing Shrinking by illegal logging Teak for tables, chairs and profit. Will our tiger last the decade ? To our children, ancient history ? Ancient history, myth and mystery With the sun-bear and the hornbill ? Spring to action like the tiger Planting trees and education Guardians all of unique creatures We can save the Sumatran tiger.