Lira
In the vast, rugged wilderness of Kosciuszko National Park, she was once known simply as Pink Snips Mare, a name that reflected the soft pink marking on her nose. Born in 2017 into Dap’s mob, her story began in tragedy. Her entire family, including her mother, was lost to shooters, leaving her to navigate the harsh world of the mountains on her own. But the wild has a way of nurturing survivors, and this mare—now known by her rightful name, Lira—became a testament to resilience.
When Lira turned two, her life took a turn for the better. A striking grey roan stallion named Zuess took notice of her. Zuess, captivated by her strength and beauty, succeeded in bringing her into his mob. Under his protection, Lira found a new family, a new purpose. Roughly 1.5 years later, Lira and Zuess welcomed their first foal, a gorgeous colt. Their family grew strong, and together they roamed the vast, untamed land of Kosciuszko.
But the wild is unpredictable, and soon, another stallion entered the scene. Pink Snip, a stallion who bore the same distinctive pink mark on his nose, had lost his entire mob to the same fate that had taken Lira’s. Alone, grieving, but ever resilient, Pink Snip found Lira. Drawn together by their shared experience of loss, Pink Snip claimed her as his own. From that moment on, the two became inseparable, forging a bond that only the wild could create.
Together, Lira and Pink Snip have since brought more beautiful foals into the world, carrying on the legacy of the wild Brumbies that have called Kosciuszko home for generations. As they roam freely through the mountains, their spirits strong and untamed, Lira’s transformation from Pink Snips Mare to the beloved and resilient Lira speaks of survival, strength, and the enduring beauty of life in the wild.
Their story is a reminder that, even in the face of heartache, life continues to flourish. The foals they’ve raised, the love they share, and the freedom they embody are a testament to the resilience of Kosciuszko’s Brumbies, ensuring that their spirit will live on in the mountains for years to come.