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Golden light bathes a dense herd of Brahman cattle clustered tightly across dusty pastureland, their distinctive loose-skinned, amber and bronze-toned hides gleaming like burnished metal against the muted landscape. These resilient northern Australian cattle, bred for heat tolerance and insect resistance, stand clustered in the classic formation of a morning muster in Western Australia's rugged Kimberley region. Slender trees fringe the background, casting soft shadows across the dry grasslands, suggesting the early hours when stockmen would traditionally gather herds for movement or management. The cattle's uniform coloration - ranging from warm orange to deep copper - creates a striking visual texture, their muscular bodies pressed close together, ears alert and heads turned slightly, reflecting the breed's renowned hardiness and calm temperament. Soft dust hangs in the air, a subtle atmospheric detail that speaks to the dry season and the gentle movement of the herd across the station landscape. This image captures the essence of Australia's northern pastoral industry: resilient livestock, expansive landscapes, and the timeless rhythms of cattle management.