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Merino sheep crowd the blue metal livestock yards, their woolly bodies casting long shadows on the rich red earth of a West Australian pastoral property. A farmworker in a vivid yellow and orange striped jacket moves deliberately along the race, systematically managing the flock during what appears to be a routine health inspection or vaccination program. The surrounding landscape reveals rolling green paddocks and distant tree lines under a clear, bright sky - classic southwestern agricultural terrain. Each sheep bears a small red ear tag, indicating careful stock management and individual tracking. The tight formation of the animals within the narrow race highlights the precision of modern sheep farming techniques, with the steel yard infrastructure designed to minimize stress and maximize efficiency during essential animal health procedures. This image captures the disciplined yet organic rhythm of Australian sheep production, where careful human intervention meets the natural behaviors of these prized Merino wool producers.