Kim is hosting Tuesday Poetics at dVerse. She has challenged us to write a poem, of any length or form, about an animal in a human way or a human in an animal way, highlighting some trait of the animal/human that either sets us apart or brings us together.
I chanced upon this picture on Google and couldn’t resist admiring the courage of the bird. I was amazed to know that the largest known kill by an eagle was a duiker deer weighing 82lb (37kg), which was 7-8 times the weight of the eagle that killed it!
This formidable bird prompted me to write about it!
(The image has been taken from Google images, couldn’t find the source for credit.)
Powerful predator in a solitary flight
“Leopard of the air” with transcendent sight
Conceited and confident, it flies so high
The herculean strength ordaining “Czar of the skies”
Pursuing quarry with voracious eyes
It spots a deer seven times its size
Determined to prey, it descends from the sky
Oblivious of failure, a cry or a pry
Attacking the innocuous with its strong talons
It pounces and lifts without losing balance
Amazing the world with its courage and dominion
It soars to the blues having attained its mission
Your last two lines show an optimism I haven’t seen in a very long time:)
Well I generally try to reflect optimism but yes sometimes I am.not able to do justice 🙂 Thanks for your inputs
Beautifully wrought. Though it hurts me to see the predatory behavior of these creatures, they are so awe-inspiring and they have to hunt to survive and feed their young. The circle of life!
I share the same feelings. No matter they are predators..at the helm of good chain..but they are an inspiration. They never give up. Thanks for reflecting
I can just admire such animals, and though I feel for the deer I think the eagle deserves to be fed. A terrific picture to illustrate.
I agree. I had mixed feelings too. I felt sorry for the deer but yes, eagle has a right to feed itself too ! Thanks for your comment.
If it can take that deer it could probably take me as well.
I saw some pictures and videos where it actually flew away with a toddler…It was scary..
Amazing what you can do when you know you can do it! Great poem!
Yes. Confidence and ability is a success combination. Thanks dear!
That’s a strong and brave bird of prey ~ Good one ~
Thanks Grace!
Love your naming the eagle czar of the skies. Fitting tribute.
I am glad you felt that too ! Thanks
Courage, yes, but also so much strength to carry prey that is bigger than the bird! I also love the bird’s pseudonyms: ‘Leopard of the air’ and ‘Czar of the skies’.