In the ocean deep and blue,
There are fish of every hue,
From the barbel with its whiskers long,
To the tiny anchovy swimming strong.

The bass is a fish we all know well,
With its big round eyes and tale to tell,
While the betta is a beauty rare,
With its fins that flow like hair.

The bocaccio is a fish so grand,
Its orange scales like grains of sand,
And the amberjack is just as bright,
With its yellow fins a wondrous sight.

The barracuda is sleek and fast,
Its sharp teeth make it quite the cast,
While the angler with its glowing light,
Lures in prey with all its might.

The ayu is a fish from the east,
Its colors like a rainbow feast,
And the blowfish, though it may seem odd,
In Japan is considered a delicacy, oh my gosh!

So many fish, so much to see,
In the ocean, wild and free,
From the barbel to the blowfish too,
Each one special, just like you!

Reflections

1. What are some different types of fish mentioned in the poem?
2. What is unique about the betta fish?
3. How does the barracuda catch its prey?
4. Why might the blowfish be considered a delicacy in Japan?
5. What message do you think the poet is trying to convey about the uniqueness of each individual, both people and fish?