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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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Grey-breasted Parakeets © Fábio Nunes / Aquasis
BirdLife International

How BirdLife International and the Conservation Leadership Programme Are Shaping the Future of Global Conservation

In the sweltering forests of northeastern Brazil, a once-forgotten parrot has reclaimed the skies. Thousands of miles away in Assam, India, young girls don...
"Aammiq Wetland, one of the last remaining freshwater wetlands in Lebanon, serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds and a haven for biodiversity in the Bekaa Valley." Photo credit: Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) / Aammiq Wetland
Environment

Guardians of Nature: How Protected Areas in the Levant Are Struggling—and Thriving—in the Face of Turmoil

In the cradle of ancient civilizations, where wars, revolutions, and shifting borders have reshaped landscapes and histories alike, another struggle is quietly taking place—a...
Anti-Poaching Unit

Al-Qalamoun Police Detain Illegal Bird Hunter Using Nets and Glue Traps; North Lebanon Prosecutor Takes Action

Following a complaint submitted by sustainable hunters in North Lebanon to the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) regarding an individual who posted photos and videos on...
Hima

Btekhnay Hosted Landmark Event Launching the First Hima Waqf in Lebanon

Under the patronage of MP Hadi Abou Al Hessen, and in collaboration with the Waqf and Municipality of Btekhnay, the Society for the Protection...
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WORLD-FIRST STUDY TRANSLATES BIRDSONG INTO HUMAN LANGUAGE – A BREAKTHROUGH FOR...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) celebrates a revolutionary advancement in avian science, as detailed in a landmark publication released...
BirdLife International
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In a new study, published in the Bulletin of the British Ornithologists’ Club and led by a BirdLife scientist, a colourful honeyeater has been described from the little-known island of Babar in Indonesia.

A New Bird Species Described in Indonesia: A Win for Biodiversity...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) celebrates a remarkable scientific discovery that reaffirms the importance of biodiversity and the power...
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SPNL 2025 Social Media Strategy: Riding the Trends, Staying Authentic

By Bassam Al Kantar Head of Campaign Strategy & CommunicationsSociety for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) If there’s one thing we know for sure,...
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SPNL

A Journey to Bchamoun: Where Nature Breathes and Wild Hedgehogs Smile

On a warm spring morning, Hamada Malaeb, Director of the “Hima Trails” project at the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL),...
Anti-Poaching Unit
SPNL

The Rise and Fall of the Black-winged Kite in Lebanon’s Bekaa...

In the gentle spring of 2023, in the heart of Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, a pair of Black-winged Kites (Elanus caeruleus) established a nesting site...
Anti-Poaching Unit
SPNL

SPNL and Partners Expose Ongoing Bird Slaughter in Terbol, Northern Lebanon...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yw3zG1-oxko The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), in partnership with the Committee Against Bird Slaughter (CABS) and the Middle Eastern Sustainable...
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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