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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...
SNOW Program
SPNL

School with No Walls (SNOW): A Model of Inclusion in Outdoor...

The SNOW (School with No Walls)  for All initiative is a groundbreaking approach to inclusive outdoor education, designed to foster a deep connection with...
Anti-Poaching Unit
SPNL

Responsible Hunter Hands Over Three Long-Eared Owl Chicks to APU

In a gesture reflecting a commendable sense of environmental responsibility, Lebanese hunter Khaled Al-Kurdi handed over three long-eared owl chicks to the Anti-Poaching Unit...
Hima
SPNL

Community Leaders Lay Foundation Stone for Mounira Hajar Library and Literary...

In a powerful tribute to cultural enrichment and local heritage, a foundation stone ceremony was held for the upcoming Mounira Hajar Library and Literary...
Doroub Al-Hima
SPNL

Al-Abadiyah Celebrates Environmental Hike Under the “Doroub Al-Hima” Project

In an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and community engagement, Al-Abadiyah Club, in collaboration with the “Doroub Al-Hima” project by the Society for the Protection...
Hima
SPNL

SPNL Hosts Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Dr. Mazin Qumsiyeh for Hima...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is honored to welcome Dr. Mazin Butros Qumsiyeh — renowned Palestinian scientist, author, and...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL

The Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush — A Vanishing Jewel Among Lebanon’s Mountain...

Spotted recently in the scenic heights of Hammana, a solitary male Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis) stunned observers with his brilliant plumage. Captured by...
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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