Pedro Sarmento

Pedro Sarmento is a biologist working with the Instituto de Conservação da Natureza e Florestas (ICNF) in Portugal, where he coordinates the in situ program for the Iberian lynx. His research focuses on the conservation of this vulnerable species and addressing human-wildlife conflicts, particularly involving the lynx's predation on domestic animals. Sarmento emphasizes the need for effective compensation mechanisms for farmers affected by lynx attacks while promoting strategies to minimize these incidents.