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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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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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Olive Oil Soap-making: A Cultural Heritage to Carry on

By Jamal Hamzeh, Project Manager Olives and olive oil are at the core of the Mediterranean culture and diet. Due to its organoleptic qualities and...
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2022 World Wildlife Day theme: Recovering key species for ecosystem restoration

In addition to participating in the #worldwithoutnature activation, we will also be celebrating World Wildlife Day by highlighting key species for ecosystem restoration, which...
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Key IPCC report paints harsh reality of unavoidable climate impacts and...

Today the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released the second report under the Sixth Assessment Cycle (AR6) which looks at climate impacts, adaptation and vulnerability. The...
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7 things you might have missed from the 2021 Red List...

At the end of last year, BirdLife released its yearly update to birds on the IUCN Red List of threatened species: the result of...
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Meeting held to discuss wetland conservation in the Western Bekaa

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) and the Middle East Sustainable Hunting Center held a meeting on Saturday at the...
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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...