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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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Assad Serhal & Malek Ghandour Meet Dr. Ali Ramadan: Advancing the Classification of Hima Areas

Yesterday, a pivotal meeting took place between Assad Adel Serhal—Founder & Chairman of Homat Al Hima International (HHI), Director General of SPNL, and BirdLife...
Migratory soaring birds like White Stork Ciconia ciconia funnel through Lebanon as they glide on thermals.

Mapping Lebanon’s Avian Heritage: A New Vision for Conservation

In the intricate landscapes of Lebanon, where cedar forests meet coastal plains and snow-capped peaks descend into fertile valleys, a quiet yet transformative conservation...

The Art of Conservation: Dina Al Rifai and the Rise of SPNL’s Mascot Universe

In a world where storytelling and conservation rarely intertwine, Dina Al Rifai has found a way to make them dance together—colorfully, joyfully, and meaningfully....

Towards Lebanon’s First Natural Park: A Vision Unfolds in Ras El Matn

By Assad Serhal In the heart of Mount Lebanon, a landmark environmental initiative is taking shape. Lebanon’s first officially designated Higher Matn Natural Park is...
Butterflies of Lebanon
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A First-Time Butterfly Record: Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni)

June 25, 2020 – A Milestone for Butterfly Conservation in Lebanon Nature enthusiasts and conservationists have cause for celebration as a new butterfly species has...
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Hima Hammana has got it all

Central to Lebanon and eco-tourists’ hearts, Hammana features a fantastic destination for a perfect getaway at Mount Lebanon. Whether it is hiking, ziplining, canyoning,...
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A Support Programme for Rural Enterprises Promoting Sustainable Use of Natural...

Call for mentors Are you a business leader or a senior professional interested in learning the art of holistic mentoring whilst developing yourself and enhancing...
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Chefs, producers and cooks share their favourite Mediterranean recipes, inspired by...

Chefs, producers and cooks share their favourite Mediterranean recipes Sharing meals in the Mediterranean feels as good as the food tastes. Rooted Everyday is happy to introduce...
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Eating an Organic Mediterranean Diet Helps Fight Disease

For years nutritionists have extolled the virtues of a Mediterranean diet, now environmental NGOs like WWF are calling for us to improve our health...
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Meet our #MedFoodHeroes from Greece, Lebanon, Menorca, Morocco, Portugal and Spain!

One way to eat like an environmentalist is to support sustainable food producers. Through our two-week #MedFoodHeroes campaign, we aim to show how biodiversity in...