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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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Lebanese Environment Forum Pushes for a Legal Framework for Marine Protected Areas Network in Lebanon

After years of active efforts to safeguard Lebanon’s environment, particularly its coastal and marine ecosystems, the Lebanese Environment Forum (LEF), in partnership with the...
BirdLife International

Nature’s Silent Guardians: Celebrating Vultures on International Vulture Awareness Day

A Misunderstood Bird with a Vital Role They circle high above the savannas, deserts, and mountains, their silhouettes stark against the horizon. For centuries, vultures...
The Beirut River Valley stands out as both a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) and a Prime Butterfly Area (PBA) in Lebanon
Hima

2,900 Species Illustrated, 440 Recorded in Beirut Valley: Lebanon’s Biodiversity in Focus

Lebanon’s Beirut Valley has once again revealed its secrets through the lens of biomonitoring. With every hike, photograph, and field note, Husein Ali Zorkot...
Hima

Mapping Lebanon’s Green Heart: A Landmark Flora and Biodiversity Map

Lebanon has taken a significant step forward in documenting and protecting its natural heritage with the launch of the first national map of flora...
Publications
SPNL

Hima for Peace Identification, Selection, and Management

The main program for SPNL as to all Birdlife International partners in over 120 countries is to protect birds and conserve sites (IBBAs), together with...
Environment
SPNL

Cooking up opportunities: West Bekaa can experience a “sizzling success” by...

Improper disposal of used cooking oil can have severe consequences for the environment and wildlife. When poured down sinks or drains, it contaminates water...
Hima
SPNL

Towards a National Park in the Upper Beirut River Valley

A new approach to protection in Lebanon will be adopted in the Upper Beirut River Valley, establishing a natural park Today, the Society for the...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL
Cinnamon-rumped Trogon © Thipwan/Shutterstock

State of the World’s Birds: 2024 Annual Update

This annual update summarises and profiles some of the key developments in bird science and conservation during 2023. Since the last comprehensive edition of State...
Biodiversity Guardianship
SPNL

Migratory bird of the month: White Stork

With its graceful flight and noble presence, the White Stork continues to capture the imaginations of people around the world, embodying hope, and happiness...
Homat Al Hima
SPNL

Hamada Malaeb Just Reached the Top of Mount Kilimanjaro

Homat Al Hima has always been renowned for its love of challenges and adventures. Many champions have undertaken daring expeditions to conquer some of...
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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