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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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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....
Natural Parks

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...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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Second e-newsletter of the LIFE Egyptian Vulture New LIFE project!

Welcome to our second e-newsletter on the Egyptian Vulture New LIFE project. Get acquainted with the most interesting activities for the conservation of the Egyptian...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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Raptor Count Lebanon 2019 – Martin Käch | BirdLife Switzerland

Lebanon is situated straight in the eastern Mediterranean flyway and sees the annual migration of hundreds of thousands of raptors, storks and other soaring...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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 Raptor Count Lebanon 2019 – Valentin Moser | BirdLife Switzerland

Valentin Moser This autumn I spent two weeks (09.09. – 22.09.2019) volunteering in Lebanon in support of the project RaptorCountLebanon2019.  Watching from our viewing platform overlooking...
What we do
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SPNL mourns the loss of A Rocha Co-Founder Miranda Harris and...

The Society for protection of Nature in Lebanon is grieving the loss of some of its most prominent partners after the top leaders of...
Publications
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The migration of Lesser and Greater Spotted Eagles in Lebanon

By Bernd Meyburg, Ivaylo D. Angelov , Christiane Meyburg The Lesser Spotted Eagle (Clanga pomarina) is a long-distance migrant who migrates twice a year at...
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The story of the National Coordinating Group for Key Biodiversity Areas

By Ghassan Ramadan-Jaradi, PhD Just one year ago, the National Coordinating Group for Key Biodiversity Areas was formed and convened its first meeting to present...
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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