Lion


not strongest by far

nor largest to stand alone-

lion, king of beasts


April 10, 2022

Contest: Wild Animal Haiku
Sponsor: Tania Kitchin
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Dietrich Avatar
April 19, 2022 at 2:53 PM
yes, strange that they are still king!! Congrats on the win. In this contest, I think Lion rules as king of animals chosen for topic as well!
Kitchin Avatar
April 18, 2022 at 8:56 AM
Sandra, congratulations on your winning placement with your lovely haiku!
Leffanta Avatar
April 10, 2022 at 11:32 AM
Anyone at all familiar with lions understands why it is a male ikon! Aloha!
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