Cristina Harumi

Cristina Harumi is the chief veterinarian at Mata Ciliar, where she plays a crucial role in the rescue and rehabilitation of injured wildlife. Recently involved in the surgical treatment of Barreiro, a trapped puma, she emphasizes the dire situation for animals in urbanized regions of São Paulo. With a commitment to animal welfare, Harumi's work highlights the intersection of wildlife conservation and the challenges posed by human expansion into natural habitats.