Is “Hima” Stronger Than Protected Areas? Assad Serhal: Lebanon Has Introduced a Global Model for Nature Conservation and Community Stewardship
At a time when environmental and climate challenges are accelerating worldwide and pressure on natural resources and biodiversity continues to intensify, Lebanon’s “Hima” model...
Promoting Safety and Sustainability: SPNL Organizes First Aid Training on Hima Trails
The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) continues implementing its training program within the framework of the “Hima Trails” initiative, in...
Rehabilitation and Reopening of the Historic “Darb El Maydi” Hiking Trail Connecting Niha, Kfour El Arbi, and Hardine
The historic hiking trail connecting the villages of Niha, Kfour El Arbi, and Hardine, formerly known as “Darb El Maydi,” has officially been rehabilitated...
IUCN Launches the Second Edition of the Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions
A renewed global framework to advance high-integrity, scalable, and inclusive Nature-based Solutions worldwide
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has officially launched the...
Reflecting on the nature of the seasons, Chadi Saad explores the...
I always strive to capture images that align with the seasons, though the shifting climate makes this increasingly challenging. The traditional cycles of nature,...
Lavender and Carpenter Bees: A Natural Harmony of Healing and Pollination
Nature has long provided humans with remedies for health and wellbeing, while also ensuring the ecological balance of our surroundings. Two remarkable components of...
Rediscovery of Charaxes jasius jasius in Lebanon: A Rare Butterfly Returns
Lebanon’s biodiversity has been enriched by an exciting rediscovery—the rare nymphalid butterfly Charaxes jasius jasius (Linnaeus, 1767). For over four decades, this striking butterfly...
The Vital Role of Bees in Pollinating Wild Mint in Lebanese...
Lebanon’s nature is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with wild mint (Mentha longifolia) thriving in their rich ecosystems. Among the...
Butterflies of the Damour River Valley: A Call for Conservation and...
Butterflies of the Damour River Valley: A Call for Conservation
The Damour River Valley is a biodiversity hotspot teeming with vibrant butterflies and diverse wildlife....
Butterflies of the Higher Matn Natural Park: A Conservation Milestone from...
Nestled on the slopes above the Beirut River Valley, Hima Ras El Matn is a treasure trove of biodiversity, home to a vibrant array...
