The Iberian lynx, once critically endangered with fewer than 100 individuals, has seen a resurgence with over 2,000 in the wild due to conservation efforts in Spain and Portugal. The breeding program, led by experts like Rodrigo Serra and Pedro Sarmento, focuses on preparing lynxes for life in the wild while minimizing human interaction. Despite successes, challenges remain, including potential conflicts with local agriculture and road fatalities. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)