The Peacock (Trot)

In making the wheel (spreading his tail), this bird
Of which the plumage trails to the ground,
Appears even more beautiful,
But uncovers himself the behind.


English - French - Trot
Intro - Goat - Dromedary - Elephant - Orpheus - Octopus - Dove - Peacock
Animal Poetry

Translations by Ursula Whitcher, 2001