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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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Jour El Bawashek: A Safe Haven for Migrating White Storks and...

High in the majestic landscape of Mount Lebanon, Jour El Bawashek stands as a beacon of hope for migrating birds, offering a critical sanctuary...
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Through the Lens of Conservation: The Floral Beauty of Hima Ebel...

Nestled atop a hill at 760 meters above sea level, Ebel el Saqi is a village that epitomizes the harmonious blend of natural beauty...
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#BeatWastePollution: The International Day of Zero Waste

The third International Day of Zero Waste, facilitated by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), will be...
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A male owl heads home to his mate, dinner in claw, after snatching up a kangaroo rat in the Sonoran Desert’s continually shifting landscape.

Saving the Desert’s Most Tenacious Birds

In the heart of Arizona’s arid landscapes, a small owl peered out from a cardboard pet carrier, its large yellow eyes scanning the surroundings...
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A Blooming Paradise: The Quranic Garden in Hima Kayfoun in March...

As the crisp winter air begins to soften, giving way to the warmth of spring, the Quranic Garden in Hima Kayfoun, nestled in the...
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“This finding extends the known range of the species in the region and globally. It highlights the importance of continued biodiversity surveys, particularly in underrepresented areas like Lebanon, where species may exist unnoticed for decades.” Photo Credit: Rami Khashab

A Tiny Survivor: The Long-Eared Hedgehog’s First Recorded Appearance in Lebanon

By Bassam Al Kantar Head of Campaign Strategy & Communications🌿 Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) In the vast and arid landscapes of...