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The Scratchin' Tree - LP Zoo

A\lion has a need to scratch
The itches I get, so I do.
A tree is perfect for this - natch!
In my space at Lincoln Park Zoo.
In the Main Mall, I notice that
Humans have chopped all the trees down,
Right next door to my habitat.
This treeless scene does make me frown.
Humans aren't gonna scratch my back,
So they best leave my tree alone.
I'm on guard for any bushwhack
That humans attempt in my zone.

Anything happens to my tree
Will make me itchy ornery.