An agent that studies human culture and society, typically by observing, participating in, and interviewing people in their natural environments. Ethnographic agents are used to gather data on human behavior, culture, and social practices, and to inform the design of AI systems that interact with people in a human-like way. They are trained to be sensitive to cultural norms and practices, and to adapt their behavior to fit in with the people they are studying. Ethnographic agents are often used in the design of AI systems that interact with people in social settings, such as virtual assistants, chatbots, and social robots. They are also used to study human behavior and culture in a wide range of other contexts, such as marketing, education, and healthcare.