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Black Australorp hen commands the foreground of this free-range poultry farmscape, her deep midnight-blue and black plumage gleaming against weathered dry grassland. Surrounding her, a small flock of russet-brown and reddish hens scatter across the sun-bleached pasture, representing the diversity of a traditional Victorian small-holding. The rich textural landscape suggests late summer or early autumn, with dried grass stalks and sparse vegetation indicating a challenging agricultural season. The Australorp breed - renowned for exceptional egg-laying capabilities and robust constitution - stands prominently, embodying the resilience of Australian agricultural practices. Her sleek feathers and alert posture demonstrate the health of this free-range flock, highlighting contemporary ethical farming approaches that prioritize animal welfare and natural behaviors. The scene captures the essence of rural Victoria's small-scale poultry production, where heritage breed chickens roam semi-wild environments, contributing to sustainable farming ecosystems. Muted earth tones and the scattered, independent positioning of the chickens evoke a sense of pastoral tranquility and agricultural independence.