Georgia Dixon
International Travel

8 breathtaking images of the mighty brumby

Running free and unencumbered in some of the most scenic parts of Australia, brumbies are fascinating creatures that have an interesting role in the national psyche.

And as you can see in the gallery above, they’re beautiful.

In a photo essay for Australian Geographic, Jason Edwards flew his helicopter into some of the least accessible parts of Kosciusko National Park to observe these wild horse.

There’s something incredible about these images. The movement of the horses combined with the desolate beauty of the Australian landscape makes a memorable shot.

To see all the photos scroll through the gallery above. You can also check out some more of Edwards’ incredible work here.

Have you ever been to Kosciusko National Park and seen a nature display like this? What’s the most spectacular wildlife you’ve ever encountered?

Let us know in the comments section.

Image credit: Australian Geographic / Jason Edwards

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australia, travel, horses, brumby, brumbies