In Poland, Images of a Robot Chasing Wild Boars Go Viral

An unusual sight in the streets of Warsaw has captured the internet's attention: a humanoid robot was filmed chasing a group of wild boars. The video, recorded on April 12 and widely shared across social media platforms, depicts a rather surreal scene straight out of a science fiction movie.

The robot in question is a bipedal unit from the Chinese brand Unitree Robotics. It's not just any robot; this particular machine has a name, Edward Warchocki, and a sophisticated software 'brain' developed by Polish programmers Radosław Grzelaczyk and Bartosz Idzik. Edward has cultivated a significant online presence, accumulating hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok and Instagram.

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The scene, filmed on April 12, has gone around the internet as it seems straight out of a curious science fiction film: the animals dart away, the robot trots behind them, imperturbable.

Edward's digital fame has translated into a real-world persona. He is often seen strolling through Warsaw's streets, engaging with passersby, and making appearances on television shows and even at football matches. His unique role as Poland's first humanoid robot influencer has made him a national curiosity.

Now, Edward seems to be taking on a new, albeit unusual, civic duty: acting as an urban gamekeeper. The viral video shows the robot trotting after the stray boars, seemingly unfazed by the task. This development adds another layer to Edward's already remarkable presence in Poland, turning a social media star into an unlikely participant in managing urban wildlife.

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This biped is not a simple engineer's toy. It has a name, Edward Warchocki, a 'brain', software designed by two programmers, Radosław Grzelaczyk and Bartosz Idzik, and a more extensive social existence than many flesh-and-blood influencers.