Tom Wright Poet Lyric

Eagles Mate For Life

Eagles Mate For Life
Written: by Tom Wright
10-26-20219

A pair of Bald Eagles at watch over aerie,
safe from predators except their own kind.
Any intrusion makes these birds wary,
but a simple fly by these two won’t mind.

They sit this moment guarding two eggs,
glaring intently at sky and water below.
Won’t be long now before a fledgling begs,
for a fish dinner that will see them grow.

Only 50% of fledglings survive the first year,
and they’re considered fortunate to be alive.
America’s national bird that can instill fear,
its message is only the strongest will survive.

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Lindsay Laurie October 27, 2019 at 6:45 PM G'day Tom … sadly, down under, farmers have the illusion that our eagle kills many lambs when its a dog problem but eagles pay a high price. A nice informative verse from your pen Tom - thank you - Lindsay

Eileen Manassian October 27, 2019 at 6:59 AM Lovely piece about this beautiful bird. So sad to know that only 50 percent of the little ones survive. That last line is powerful. Enjoyed this.

Heidi Sands October 26, 2019 at 7:12 AM Well done Tom! :) Tom Wright October 26, 2019 at 7:53 AM good morning Heidi, Hope you have a great weekend. Tom