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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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Lebanon Launches First National Bird Distribution Map within Key Biodiversity Areas

In a groundbreaking step for environmental conservation, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has unveiled the country’s first comprehensive map...
Hima

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.
Hima

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...
Hima

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....
Biodiversity Guardianship
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Happy #ArabianLeopardDay KSA Marks February 10 To Honor The Big Cat

The #ArabianLeopard is a cherished part of our biodiversity and natural heritage, and on the first-ever #ArabianLeopardDay we celebrate efforts to protect these beautiful...
Environment
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Scientific Task Force on Avian Influenza and Wild Birds Issues Recommendations

In response to recent large-scale outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds, the Secretariat of the Convention on the Conservation of...
BirdLife International
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Thoughts from Patricia Zurita, BirdLife CEO on nature, climate and Don’t...

Like many millions of people around the globe, my family and I have enjoyed the latest Netflix blockbuster #Don’tLookUp. Like many of you I...
Anti-Poaching Unit
SPNL

Anahita …The story Continues

Today the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) and its partners are happy to announce the success of the shipment of...
Hima
SPNL

Promoting Traditional Land-use Practices in the Upper Beirut River Valley, Lebanon

By Rania Khalil-CEPF Project Manager The aim of the project in Hammana and Ras El Matn is to promote the conservation of biodiversity in the...
Hima
SPNL

SPNL is monitoring migrating birds possibly infected with H5N1

SPNL Director and Birdlife International Global Councillor Assad Serhal was alerted of a mass killing of around 6000 Common Crane and at least 10,000...
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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