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Burnished copper and russet, two Brahman cattle rest together in the baked earth of a Queensland station, their distinctive loose skin and prominent ears marking them as prime examples of this heat-tolerant breed. Branded with matching ear tags reading "GIPSY", the mature cow and younger calf huddle close, their wrinkled hides gleaming under the harsh midday sunlight. Their rich terracotta-colored bodies are a testament to the resilience of Brahman cattle, perfectly adapted to the unforgiving Australian pastoral landscape with its sparse vegetation and radiant heat. Sprawled companionably on the dusty ground, their powerful muscular frames speak to generations of breeding for beef production in challenging tropical environments. The intimate proximity of the two animals suggests a strong familial bond, typical of these intelligent and social creatures that form tight-knit herds across northern Australian cattle stations. Their serene posture captures a moment of quiet rest during the intense heat of the day, embodying the enduring spirit of Australian agricultural livestock.