Bury This Idea

[deckardcanine]

When people ignore an unfortunate fact,
They are said to have buried their heads in the sand.
This metaphor stems from a mythical act
That’s ascribed to the ostrich in many a land.

It’s true that the ostrich has quite a small brain
And is short on intelligence e’en for a bird,
But interring one’s head won’t avert any bane
And could cause one to suffocate. My, how absurd!

A typical ostrich defense involves running.
It also delivers a powerful kick.
Its wing flails can hurt, and its call can be stunning
Like roars from a lion. Now that’s quite a trick!

But sometimes the ostrich will flop to the ground
And stay perfectly still to attempt to blend in.
At a distance, its head is not easily found,
Which explains how the burial myth could begin.

What’s more, it digs holes in the ground for a nest
And will rotate the eggs many times with its beak.
It munches low plants, too. Which theory is best?
Eh, no matter; just know it won’t hide like a freak.