Katja Holmala

Katja Holmala is a prominent researcher specializing in large carnivores at the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luonnonvarakeskus). With a personal history of experiencing wildlife conflicts, including the loss of her family's sheep to bears during her childhood, Holmala has developed a nuanced understanding of the challenges posed by large predators. She is actively involved in addressing human-wildlife conflicts, navigating the complexities of public perceptions about wolf populations and their management in Finland.