Ode to an Orca

Ode to an Orca

You are the apex predator
of the ocean.
No other sea creature can
match you.
Even the mighty great white
fears you.
Its liver one of your prime
delicacies.

You are an intelligent animal who
can adapt to any environment.
A voracious eater, you are
not selective.
Fish, seals, whales, sharks, penguins,
dolphins are prime targets.
Even boats are not immune to
your voracious attacks.

You hunt in packs, the wolves
of the sea.
Your young are taught the ways
of the pod.
This knowledge is passed from
generation to generation.
Only mankind is powerful enough
to destroy you.
Even some tribes still revere your
power and might.

It is fortunate for us you have not
developed a taste for humans-yet
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Anderson Avatar
April 13, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Hi Oliver, your description makes me think you are a professional. Very good and informative poem. AndreC
Mckeithan Avatar
April 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Hello Andre, I am not, though I appreciate your comments. Thank you
Kibble Avatar
April 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Magnificent creature - saw them up close in Alaska - nice write - Sean
Mckeithan Avatar
April 10, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Nice. I have been on several whale watches and have not seen them. Thank you
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