Sense Sonnet - Pumper

 Beak Speak - LP Zoo

This European white stork will

Often have a "talking" to do

And communicate with my bill

Here at home in Lincoln Park Zoo.

Fast I open and close my beak,

Making lots of knocking sounds that

Clatter in a machine gun speak,

Echoing through my habitat,

Amplified by my throat pouch so

My message sent does resonate

In a distinctive rhythmic flow,

Depending on my feelings state.

When you are visiting, stop by.

Most likely I will clatter, "Hi."