"Endangered Humpback Whale" by Lance Chee

Photos by Tony Wu

Endangered humpback whale,
you cry because your numbers
are collapsing to zero.

Calm humpback whale,
you swim freely among the ahi fish
in the delicate waters of Hawai'i.

Languid humpback whale,
you ease through
the tranquil currents.

Blissful humpback whale,
you dance with glee
and swim circles with your pod.

Spectacular humpback whale,
you fly out of the water
into the air while
spinning and twirling.

Incredible humpback whale,
you sing beautifully
in the warm waters
for all to hear.

"Endangered Humpback Whale" by Lance Chee, Age 13