A Future Rooted in the Land: SPNL’s New Playbook Opens the Door to Community Conservation
Combining an ancient tradition with practical steps for local action, the Hima Playbook shows how communities can protect nature while sustaining the livelihoods, knowledge...
From “What Is a Hima?” to “How Do We Begin?”: A Playbook for Community Conservation
By Assad Serhal
Director General, Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL)
Whenever we speak about the revival of the Hima, two questions almost...
Women and the Hima: Empowering Communities, Protecting Nature and Sustaining Livelihoods
The Hima: A relationship between people and nature
The Hima is more than a protected geographical area. It represents a relationship between people, nature, culture...
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...
A Comprehensive Guide to the Amphibians of the Middle East
Exploring the Resounding Realm of Salientians and Salamanders
From the rugged mountains of Anatolia to the lush wetlands of the Levant, and from the deserts...
Essential Butterfly Guides for Lebanon and the Middle East
Butterflies are not just beautiful creatures; they are vital to our ecosystems and serve as indicators of environmental health. Whether you are a scientist,...
Fun, Scientific, and Educational: SPNL’s Eco-Friendly Butterfly Products
Butterflies are more than just beautiful creatures; they are a gateway to learning about nature, conservation, and biodiversity. SPNL’s collection of eco-friendly butterfly products...
Habitat Megaliths: Where Ecology Meets Ancient History
Imagine a garden where nature and history intertwine—a landscape designed not just for beauty but for biodiversity. Habitat megaliths offer an innovative, eco-friendly approach...
Fluttering Wonders: A Guide to Lebanon’s Butterflies
Exploring Nature Through the Lens of Husein Ali Zorkot’s Pictorial Guide
In the heart of Lebanon’s diverse landscapes—where lush valleys meet rugged mountains—a quiet yet...
Birds in the Lebanese Hima: A Sanctuary for Avian Diversity
Lebanon’s diverse landscapes, from coastal plains to mountainous regions, create an ideal habitat for a rich variety of bird species. One of the most...
