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Annie and the swans (not a band)
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Published 21 April 2017
Episode 1
Bioscientist Annie Aulsebrook is out catching swans at Melbourne’s Albert Park Lake with her posse of dedicated volunteers. Sharing her passion for pigeons and all things avian, Annie reveals the ups, downs and memorable moments of her fieldwork.
From fastening ‘fitbits’ to track swans’ movements to finding a soft spot for an ugly duckling “Oliver”, she reveals a day in the life of a bird researcher.
Episode recorded: 21 December 2016
Producers: Dr Andi Horvath and Chris Hatzis
Audio engineer: Arch Cuthbertson
Editor: Chris Hatzis
Banner image: Pixabay
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