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A stark close-up reveals the harsh realities of livestock management - a Merino lamb's infected wound against a backdrop of windswept grassland typical of New South Wales pastoral country. The animal's dense, cream-colored fleece stands in sharp contrast to an angry, reddened abscess near its shoulder, highlighting the critical challenges of animal health on the farm. Mud and grass clippings cling to the wool, suggesting recent treatment or medical intervention by a skilled farm worker. This intimate portrayal captures the delicate balance between agricultural productivity and animal welfare, where swift medical attention can mean the difference between loss and recovery. The raw texture of the fleece and the inflamed wound speak to the unfiltered, pragmatic nature of rural veterinary care - a testament to the resilience of both livestock and the farmers who tend them. The image pulses with an atmosphere of urgent intervention and professional agricultural expertise.