My, sweet, let me tell you about the shark.
Though his eyes are bright, his thought is dark.
He's quiet - that speaks well him.
So does the fact that he can swim.
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This was actually written by John Ciardi in 1964. I still have the magazine page from that time when I first saw John Ciardi's work.
Oh, that's disappointing! There should be some acknowledgement, citing of sources. I am unable to undo my 5-star rating.