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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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BirdLife International

Nature’s Silent Guardians: Celebrating Vultures on International Vulture Awareness Day

A Misunderstood Bird with a Vital Role They circle high above the savannas, deserts, and mountains, their silhouettes stark against the horizon. For centuries, vultures...
The Beirut River Valley stands out as both a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) and a Prime Butterfly Area (PBA) in Lebanon
Hima

2,900 Species Illustrated, 440 Recorded in Beirut Valley: Lebanon’s Biodiversity in Focus

Lebanon’s Beirut Valley has once again revealed its secrets through the lens of biomonitoring. With every hike, photograph, and field note, Husein Ali Zorkot...
Hima

Mapping Lebanon’s Green Heart: A Landmark Flora and Biodiversity Map

Lebanon has taken a significant step forward in documenting and protecting its natural heritage with the launch of the first national map of flora...
Anti-Poaching Unit

Anti-Poaching Unit: From Awareness to Institutional Partnerships for Bird Protection in Lebanon

Between July 23 and August 23, 2025, the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) carried out a packed agenda of activities that combined awareness, field patrols, community...
Butterflies of Lebanon
SPNL

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,...
Butterflies of Lebanon
SPNL

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...
Butterflies of Lebanon
SPNL

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...
Butterflies of Lebanon
SPNL

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...
Hima
SPNL

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...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL

The Hidden Guardians of Hima: Insects Fueling Lebanon’s Protected Ecosystems

Lebanon’s Hima Network is a vital conservation system preserving biodiversity, ecosystems, and traditional landscapes through community-based protection. These Hima sites—spanning mountains, valleys, wetlands, and...
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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