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A robust heritage breed pig wallows contentedly in a muddy enclosure, its mottled black and pink skin caked with rich, textured earth. The animal appears to be a rare breed - possibly a Berkshire or Large Black - demonstrating classic pig behavior of seeking cooling relief from the intense Australian midday sun. Clods of clay-like soil cling to its substantial body, highlighting the creature's natural tendency to regulate body temperature through mud bathing. The ground appears dry and compacted, suggesting this is likely a pastoral setting in the New England region of New South Wales, where livestock farming represents a critical agricultural sector. The watermark from Al Mabin, a renowned agricultural photographer, indicates this image captures an authentic moment of farm life, representing the nuanced realities of free-range animal husbandry. The stark landscape and the pig's relaxed posture communicate a sense of rugged resilience characteristic of Australian agricultural environments.