Wednesday 11th February - 19 seen - Steer 271 has been fitted with the wrong left ear tags, and is carrying those belonging to steer 217.

At 15:15 this afternoon, the eighteen members of the original Caesar’s herd, along with Sussex steer 1626, were spread out grazing in the pasture near ///plugs.tribes.chairs, northwest of Horse Pond. Most were enjoying plenty of heather along the hillside, while others browsed deep in the gorse bushes. They were all very friendly, coming over to say hello and enjoy plenty of strokes and rubs.

By 15:30, rain had set in and most of the cattle had moved to shelter under the trees to the northwest. Youngsters 219, 222, 228, and 230 were their usual friendly selves, returning for long neck and back scratches. A little later, cow 72 and yearling 271 — who had both continued grazing out in the open — wandered over for some attention. They seemed pleased to have the rain brushed from their backs and sides, with their coats ruffled to help them dry.

It was reassuring to see that steers 30 and 219 still had a good amount of antiseptic spray visible on their ears, despite the heavy rain since they were treated yesterday. I also noticed that yearling 271 appears to have been fitted with the wrong left ear tags, as he is currently carrying those belonging to youngster 217. I have informed the Grazing Team.

I said my goodbyes just after 16:15, leaving the group grazing among the thicket beneath the trees. They were all happy, relaxed, and in good condition.

Despite searching in the rain until dark, I was once again unable to locate the elusive six Sussex cattle. Hopefully, they will reappear from their hiding place soon.

The cows that were found were all good today.