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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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The Ministry’s ambitious plan reflects a renewed sense of environmental responsibility that many hope will mark a lasting shift in Lebanon’s approach to conservation
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Guardians of Lebanon’s Forests and Seas: A New Chapter in Environmental Protection

After years of anticipation, Lebanon has taken a bold and much-needed step toward safeguarding its natural treasures. On June 22, 2025, the Lebanese government...
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A Rare Visitor in the Reeds: Glossy Ibis Spotted Feeding in Lebanon’s Ammiq Wetland

In the early glow of a summer morning, amidst the shimmering wetlands of East Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, a rare and mesmerizing scene unfolded. A...
Hima Sites

Kornayel Declares its Public Forest a Hima: A Landmark Step for Lebanon’s Environmental Heritage

In a groundbreaking move for nature conservation and sustainable development, the Municipality of Kornayel has taken a decisive step to safeguard its most precious...
A tranquil path leads through a vibrant Hima site, where wildflowers bloom and cedar forests thrive under Lebanon’s summer skies. This landscape reflects the harmony between nature and community conservation. Photo Credit: Spyro Klitira
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Lebanon’s Hima Sites Officially Recognized in World Database on Protected Areas

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is proud to announce that 27 Hima sites across Lebanon have been officially approved...
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Khair Al Ard Kitchen: A Story of Empowerment in Souk El...

In the heart of the small village of Souk El Gharb, within the Souk Al Hima program, the initiative “Khair Al Ard Kitchen” –...
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A Majestic Return: Golden Eagle Released into the Wild at Shouf...

In a powerful display of collaboration and conservation, a majestic Golden Eagle has been successfully released back into the wild in the Shouf Biosphere...
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Nature’s Quiet Labor: Bee Pollinates Chamomile in Lebanese Spring Sunlight 🐝

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bx4SI7Z3JEY Under the golden spring sun of Lebanon, a busy bee gently lands on a blooming chamomile flower — a quiet, mesmerizing moment that captures...
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Spring Symphony in Hammana: Where Cherry Blossoms Rival Japan’s Satoyama

As the first rays of spring sunlight touch the slopes of Mount Lebanon, Hammana’s Hima Farm awakens with a beauty that is nothing short...
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Residents of Hima Btekhnay Capture Sightings of the Hoopoe in the...

Residents of Btekhnay, in the Upper Metn region, rushed to capture and share photos and videos of a pair of hoopoes as they moved...
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SPNL and CABS Sign MoU to Strengthen Bird Conservation and Combat...

A significant step towards enhanced bird conservation and enforcement of hunting laws in Lebanon was taken on Wednesday with the signing of a Memorandum...
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The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is dedicated to conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable development, and safeguarding Lebanon’s natural and cultural heritage. As the national partner of BirdLife International, SPNL embraces the Hima approach, a community-based conservation model that harmonizes nature, people, and culture. Through education, advocacy, and partnerships, we empower communities to protect vital ecosystems and species while ensuring livelihoods and well-being. Join us in our mission to preserve Lebanon's unique environment for future generations. Visit our website or follow us on social media to learn more and support our initiatives. Together, we can make a difference.

Horsh Kayfoun, Luc Hoffmann Hima Center،, Itani, Kayfoun, Mount Lebanon