Himalayan blue sheep spotted seamlessly jumping along near vertical cliff

A group of Himalayan blue sheep were spotted jumping across near vertical cliff faces - seemingly defying gravity.

Impressive footage from Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, China, shows the animals, known as bharals, running along cliff faces with effortless motion and speed.

Bharals, native to the Himalayan mountains, are accustomed to life in rugged terrains and have hooves that are specially adapted for gripping rocky surfaces.