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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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Butterflies of Lebanon

Documenting Lebanon’s Biodiversity: A Lifelong Mission in Science, Art, and Conservation

In a time when environmental challenges are mounting, this work stands as a testament to the power of persistence and vision. By documenting biodiversity...

Momentum Builds for Environmental Recovery and Conservation Efforts Across Lebanon

March 2026 marked a dynamic and multi-layered phase of work across environmental and conservation initiatives in Lebanon, with strong momentum observed in field engagement,...

Promoting Ecotourism and Sustainable Development through the “Hima Trails” Initiative

In the framework of promoting ecotourism concepts and sustainable development, Gungle Gym Fitness Center, in coordination with Society for the Protection of Nature in...

Qolalieh and Al Mansouri: From Living Himas to Silent Ruins

By Wassim El KhatibDirector, Homat Al Hima International Center, Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) Qolalieh and Al Mansouri, two coastal villages...
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New Call for Letters of Inquiry for Small Grants

On behalf of the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) and the Donors’ Initiative for Mediterranean Freshwater Ecosystems (DIMFE), BirdLife International announces a call for...
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MAVA Farewell Celebration – 9 March 2023

Let’s come together to honour and celebrate three decades of collaboration for people and nature ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnRyCbFqGgw Come and join us on 9th March 2023 CET...
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Al-Hima Magazine 1st Issue

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SPNL Launches New Arabic Print Biannually Magazine, Focused on Al Hima

SPNL Launches New Arabic Print Biannually Magazine, Focused on Al Hima SPNL is launching an Arabic print edition ALHIMA, with the premiere issue hitting...
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New Aviaries For Rescued Birds Built In Lebanon By SPNL

Within the framework of the EV New LIFE Project,  funded by the European Union, SPNL was able to enhance its expertise in terms of bird rehabilitation through...
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Illegal killing has contributed to the population collapse of the once widespread European Turtle-dove © BirdLife Malta

When Doves Die

Each year, around 25 million birds are illegally killed across the Mediterranean – a region where many, such as the declining European Turtle-dove, are...