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Steinbockovich

A strange creature called “Steinbockovich” has been spotted around Switzerland. His mission? Exploring the biology of the Alpine ibex, and the animal’s place in Swiss culture.

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Not content to mind her own business, Susan studied journalism in Boston so she’d have the perfect excuse to put herself in other people’s shoes and worlds. When not writing, she presents and produces podcasts and videos.

Susan Misicka, swissinfo.ch

The man behind this “manibex” is Boston artist Edward MonovichExternal link, who’s doing an interdisciplinary project with Zurich evolutionary biologist Lukas KellerExternal link.

What other kinds of animals would you like to hear about? Contact the producer of this podcast on Twitter @SMisickaExternal link or on WordPressExternal link. 


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