Beak Speak - Lincoln Park Zoo Poem by Ima Ryma

This European white stork will
Often have a 'talking' to do
And communicate with my bill
Here at home in Lincoln Park Zoo.
Fast I open and close my beak,
Making lots of knocking sounds that
Clatter in a machine gun speak,
Echoing through my habitat,
Amplified by my throat pouch so
My message sent does resonate
In a distinctive rhythmic flow,
Depending on my feelings state.

When you are visiting, stop by.
Most likely I will clatter, 'Hi.'