A Hint of Africa- Contest
Zebra stripes
you instantly know what animal it is,
Xanthic you couldn't call it
white and black are its colours.
Viewing and naming an animal
usually needs a certain knowledge
that comes through reading and observing
Stripes are more prevalent than spots on animals
Remaining beasts are mostly of one colour
Quite a number resemble the terrain it lies in.
Perfectly camouflaged,
on a hot day most animals lie in the shade.
Natures way of keeping cool is a dip in the waterhole
Many become victims of a hiding crocodile.
Lying under the water in wait for the thirsty.
Killing them in its massive jaws
Just the same for humans who take the risk,
I wouldn't be that brave.
However the young animals find
going without water a killer.
For they can't just pop a can as they need
everyday occurrence for you and I.
Dangers lurk everywhere in the bush
Careful now as you go
Beautiful beasts everywhere
Africa where danger is a way of life
Penned 2 October 2015
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