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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Muskan Singh

A GPS-tracked wolf jumped into a Swiss lake, and what happened next stunned experts

A lone wolf in Switzerland has surprised wildlife researchers after making a journey that seemed almost impossible. Tracked through a GPS collar, the wolf known as M637 crossed Lake Lucerne by swimming through freezing water, giving scientists a rare look at how wolves navigate modern landscapes. The unusual movement was recorded in February 2026 and has become a remarkable example of how technology can reveal hidden animal behavior.

The discovery has raised new questions about how far wolves will go when searching for territory, food, and a place to settle.

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