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SPNL is the national partner for BirdLife International in Lebanon. We strive to conserve biodiversity for the provision of a better quality of life through sustaining sites, habitats, species, and people.
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118 Lebanese Environmental NGOs Endorse the “Hima for Peace” Initiative

SPNL to expand the initiative through engagement with ten ministries and launch it internationally in Nairobi on 8 September 2026 A broad coalition of 118...

SPNL Publishes New Guide Celebrating Hima Niha and Hima Hardine: Two Sister Villages, One Living Heritage

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has released a new bilingual publication presenting Hima Niha and Hima Hardine as two...

Launch of the “Hima Niha Park” in Batroun During the “Homat Al Hima Forum” Under the Patronage of the Minister of Youth and Sports

Under the patronage and in the presence of Minister of Youth and Sports Dr. Nora Bayrakdarian, the Homat Al Hima Forum was held in...

CALL FOR SUPPORTING COMMUNITY-LED CONSERVATION INITIATIVES

During the declaration of the “Garden of the Patriarchs–Diman” as a Hima within the Qadisha Valley on 6 August 2026, SPNL Director General Assaad...
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Awareness Training on Sustainable Hunting, Anti-Poaching, and Wildlife Photography at Qaraoun...

On March 3, 2025, the Homat Al Hima International Center (HHIC), in collaboration with the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) and the Fish & Wildlife Unit,...
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“Aabey’s Return to Its History”: Preserving Heritage Through the Hima Approach

🖊️ By Bassam Al Kantar Head of Campaign Strategy & Communications🌿 Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) A historic opportunity has emerged to...
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Connecting Nature and Heritage: Expanding the Hima Trails Network in Aley...

Nestled in the heart of Mount Lebanon, a network of ancient trails is being brought back to life, connecting nature lovers, hikers, and local...
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Common hooktail Paragomphus genei A fairly small dragonfly with a body length of 37-50 mm and a hindwing length of 20-26 mm, the only species with a characteristic hooked tail and green thorax. This dragonfly lives in slow-flowing open streams, intermittent rivers, pools, lakes, and marshes. The common flies in the summer months, spending much of its time perched on rocks and plants.

Jewels of the Sky: Lebanon’s Dragonflies and Damselflies in a Changing...

🖊️ By Bassam Al Kantar Head of Campaign Strategy & Communications🌿 Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) In the shimmering heat of a...
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"Lepidopteran Meadow" – A vibrant hand-drawn illustration by Hussein Zorkot, depicting the intricate relationships between Lebanon’s wildflowers, butterflies, and pollinators. This detailed artwork celebrates the biodiversity of meadows, showcasing essential species that contribute to ecosystem balance. 🌿🦋🐞 #WildlifeArt #Biodiversity #Pollinators #SPNL

Mapping Lebanon’s Biodiversity: A Month in the Life of a Biomonitoring...

In the rolling landscapes of Lebanon, where valleys and mountains shelter a rich array of biodiversity, a quiet but significant effort is underway. Husein...
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Empowering Communities: Ras El Matn Welcomes SPNL’s Citizen Science Training for...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) successfully conducted a Citizen Science for Biodiversity training at Ras El Matn Municipality. The...