Kestrel
(falco tinnunculus)
This stunning kestrel watches all
missing nothing with his keen sight
chest puffed out with sheer pride
a coiled spring, ready for flight
an awesome bird to behold
has the strength to over power
then bring down his enemy
a magnificent warrior
dressed so smartly in rustic red
head cap and wings tipped slate blue
dark beady eyes, sharp hooked beak
brings fear to all who come into view
with long sharp menacing talons
as his most striking feature
he`s mastered all that he surveys
this powerful cunning creature
it`s a wonderful privilege
to watch him glide high in the sky
and hear his call upon the wind
diving down on his prey with flair
fly free with the wind dear kestrel
soar high above the countryside
smartly dressed in your fine colours
knowing your there, fills us with pride!
(C) Lissie Bull 2021
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