LATHAMUS DISCOLOR

“Lathamus Discolor,” I say 

Beautiful, bright green, 

                 - Swift parrot 

Perfectly balanced, and  

perched in a tree - 

peeking between each green leaf. 

Little patches of red, brown, blue 

Across its feathers and tender face 

Just right for sipping nectar flowers 

And nibbling sweet fruits 

Hear of its journey to and fro 

     From Sydney till Tasmania, it goes 

Don’t worry we’ll protect your homes 

So, when you come back, you’ll have - 

                     A nice place to stay, and food 

For your families to share.