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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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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...
Hima

Restoring Rivers and Strengthening Himas: SPNL’s Progress in West Bekaa

Between 23 July and 23 August 2025, SPNL’s Homat Al Hima International Center (HHIC), under the leadership of Wassim El Khatib, focused on advancing...
Hima

SPNL’s Nature Conservation Department: Driving Projects and Partnerships Forward

Between 23 July 2024 and 23 August 2025, SPNL’s Nature Conservation Department, led by Bassima Khatib, demonstrated once again the breadth and depth of...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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Camera trapping in assessing diversity of mammals in Jabal Moussa

Thirteen species of mammals were documented using camera trapping in Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve in Lebanon. The presence of seven carnivores and most interestingly...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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Lesser White-fronted Goose: A Species Under Threat

The smallest goose species in the genus Anser, the Lesser White-fronted Goose (Anser erythropus) is ranked as globally threatened, being recognized as Vulnerable by...
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Appui aux reserves naturelles du Liban

Appui aux reserves naturelles du Liban (Aug 2008 – March 2012) Project Goal: To contribute to the execution of adaptive management strategies taking into consideration...
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Harsh conditions at the Kfar Zabad IBA, Lebanon David Thomas

The Identification and Conservation of New Important Bird Areas in Lebanon

The Identification and Conservation of New Important Bird Areas in Lebanon (March 2005 – February 2008) SPNL and A Rocha Lebanon implemented a three year...
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Launch of the “Progress and Achievements of Climate Change” projects at...

SPNL recently participated in a conference on climate change that was held on March 11, 2013 at the Phoenicia Intercontinental Hotel, Beirut. The Ministry...
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Al-Hima System: A Mean of Women Empowerment (English Leaflet)

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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