October 20, 2023

I am an immature White Ibis

When I was first born I was totally helpless

I had weak legs and was blind,

But my folks didn't mind

Their devotion and care was utterly selfless. 

Location: Joe Michael Memorial Trail, Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge

Sources: https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Eudocimus_albus/

Photo and text © 2023 Dee Fairbanks Simpson