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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...
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Homat Al Hima Program aims to empower local community through knowledge

By Rania Khalil- Homat Al Hima Program Manager     In the framework of the BioConnect, a project funded by the European Union, we are working closely...
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Hima Baisour

14 September 2023  was an important day for SPNL welcoming the Baisour municipality decree to declare "Radar Baissour pine forest" as Hima. Baisour or Bayssour,...
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Illegal mass slaughter of eagles, falcons in Lebanon – CABS, MESHC...

This video shows Lebanese poachers killing thousands of protected eagles, falcons, buzzards, kites & hawks. In the second half the film focuses on joint...
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Global Campaign Highlights Importance of Water for Migratory Birds

World Migratory Bird Day 2023 is here, focusing on the theme "Water: Sustaining Bird Life." On October 14th, people and organizations all over the...
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SPNL and Maison du Ski sign cooperation agreement

A cooperation agreement between SPNL and Maison du Ski one of the top outdoor sports in Lebanon was signed today. SPNL and Maison du Ski...
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Picture by Yves Adams European stonechat, Saxicola rubicola

Europe needs a Nature Restoration Law fit for purpose, urge 200...

In recent months, the call for an impactful Nature Restoration Law received unprecedented support from more than one million citizens, businesses, scientists, and multiple...