But the display of affection took several attempts and “guesswork” to form the outline with cattle. He scattered grains in the shape of a heart and released his flock.

BERLIN - A German campaigner is hoping the emotional appeal of 700 sheep forming the shape of a giant syringe will reach the hearts and minds of people hesitating to take a Covid-19 injection.

It was pretty emotional," he said. In recent years, Mr Jackson has created a few other "sheep artworks" in the shape of symbols and logos. His aunt had always been a fan of his creations.

A farmer in Australia has paid his respects to his late aunt by arranging hundreds of sheep in the shape of a heart after he could not go to her funeral due to COVID-19 restrictions.