The Swimming Panther From Brazil

On camera they caught a black jaguar crossing the Amazon in plain day 
he was black and sleek and swam like an otter with motion and sway 

Head of the wild life foundation was present ready to capture with lens 
a special moment that at first looked like a crocodile, this made no sense

Black jaguars are near threatened species in Central and South America 
so this big cat swimming the waters of Brazil was more then just la di da 

They estimate only 600 black jaguars are left, so it was smart to mention 
the footage and raise awareness in order to promote their protection  

It was a pretty smart move for that jaguar to pick that boat to swim near 
I hope they will survive  for I think they are creatures to admire not fear.   

October 20, 2020
Sponsor: Julia Ward 
Contest Name: (Panther) Legendary Creature
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James Avatar
October 22, 2020 at 2:41 PM
Such a magnificent animal, sad that man has to kill what he fears or does not understand. Did not realise that there was only 600 left in the world : ( thank you for your informative poem Emilia : )
Rose  Avatar
October 22, 2020 at 3:34 PM
Hello dear Emilia, thank you for stopping by, since the world began we have been taking things apart rather then preserving, today I realize it will be a joint effort if we are going to change our way of thinking. Thankyou for caring. have a great day.
Mcintosh Avatar
October 21, 2020 at 4:48 AM
SO true... they are worthy of admiration for sure. I think they're amazingly beautiful and would love to see one in person. Love your poem and hope you're a winner. God bless you
Rose  Avatar
October 21, 2020 at 4:54 AM
Dear poet friend, if you ever encounter one take a photo please lol, I think they are so mis understood, what would we do if we felt threatened for our life, É Thank you for stopping by.
Andresen Avatar
October 21, 2020 at 4:06 AM
- Truly amazing animals ... and a wonderful poem, Pixie :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - Have a lovely day :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Rose  Avatar
October 21, 2020 at 4:53 AM
Hi Sunshine thanks for stopping by my poetry. Glad you enjoyed the Panther message, sending love and prayers your way today
Horsman Avatar
October 21, 2020 at 2:47 AM
Great message and info in your wonderful poem, Vienna.
Rose  Avatar
October 21, 2020 at 4:53 AM
Thank you Harry, I agree we need to protect our innocent creatures, be well
Buhagiar Avatar
October 20, 2020 at 8:28 AM
What a pity we are killing all wild life and ruining our planet. Same is happening in our oceans. ~~
Rose  Avatar
October 20, 2020 at 2:56 PM
If only we would take better care of our wild life and each other, we`d be so much better off Victor, thanks for stopping by, hope all is well,
One Avatar
October 20, 2020 at 5:22 AM
Really on 600 left? Wow.... Great storytelling in your poem.
Rose  Avatar
October 20, 2020 at 2:56 PM
Yes indeed, they are rare, and they get rarer every year, we need to treasure our wild life Silent One, I`m glad you enjoyed the poem.
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