Laura Lagos

Laura Lagos, a forestry engineer and researcher specializing in Galician wild horses, sheds light on the plight of Europe’s largest herd in north-west Spain. With their numbers halving over fifty years, these iconic animals face habitat loss and predation. Lagos emphasizes their ecological importance in maintaining landscapes and controlling forest fires, while also detailing the cultural significance of festivals like 'rapas das bestas.' She highlights the community's struggles with legal demands that threaten both the horses and their heritage.