In an outback town in far N.T.*
Peacocks and Peahens tend to be
A “Beautiful-But-Big” invasion
Who settle here sans invitation!
Town Elliott in consternation,
Hits nature headlines in this Nation
Out of all proportion to its size -
As this bird threat is on the rise!
Though a tourist pull, the residents
(All 287) are incensed
But these feral lovelies do not care
Bequeathing droppings everywhere!
Their high-pitched squawks now cause unrest
It’s not “No worries!” - they’re a pest;
They’re bold and feisty, ruffle feathers
And thwart the townsfolks’ best endeavours!
So, the Mayor, McLaughlin, has a scheme
Perhaps a brand-new outback dream?
“Adopt a Peacock!” he intones
All can have one in their homes!
(c) Poet in the woods 2024
* Northern Territory
A splendiferous peacock!
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