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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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Anti-Poaching Unit

Night Hunters Apprehended in Bino and Abdeh – North Lebanon, as Major Operations Intensify Across the Country

In response to documented complaints submitted by sustainable hunters in North Lebanon, the joint Lebanese–international operations team of the Anti-Poaching Unit, in coordination with...

Awareness Session Held at Qaraoun Public High School with the Participation of 190 Students

The Anti-Poaching Unit, in collaboration with the Municipality of Qaraoun and the Homat Al Hima International Center, organized an environmental awareness session at Qaraoun...

SPNL and HHIC Launch SNOW Educational Session at Kefraya Public School to Promote Sustainable Water Use

Today, the Homat Al Hima International Center (HHIC) and the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), in collaboration with the Municipality...

Schools Without Walls, When Nature Opens Its Doors to Everyone

On a calm morning in the heart of Shmlan, nature prepared to welcome a special group of young visitors. As part of the “Schools...
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Discover the Breathtaking Beauty of Hima Hammana After the Snowstorm! ❄️🏔️

Following the snowstorm that hit Lebanon on February 7, 2025, Hima Hammana has transformed into a winter wonderland, with snow-covered mountain trails and the...
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Enhancing the Capabilities of the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU): From Surveillance to...

The Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) continues to strengthen its operations by refining surveillance and tracking techniques, expanding training and capacity-building programs, enhancing collaboration with security...
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Threatened species such as the Iberian lynx can benefit from the conservation efforts associated with OECMs. © Antonio LIÉBANA

New Guidance on OECMs Provides Framework for Conservation Beyond Protected Areas

A newly released 112-page report, Guidance on OECMs, offers insights into Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs)—areas that contribute significantly to biodiversity conservation, even...
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Fadia Jouma: The Guardian of Lebanon’s Turtles and Defender of Hima...

In the heart of Lebanon’s coastal conservation movement stands Fadia Jouma, an activist, journalist, and fierce defender of the country's marine ecosystems. Dubbed the...
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Through the Lens of Khaled Nahra: The Living Tapestry of Hima...

As the golden sun rises over Hima Ebel El Saqi, its rays filter through the pine forests, casting a warm glow on the landscape....
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"Through the lens of local photographer Khaled Nahra, Hima Ebel El Saqi comes to life—a sanctuary of biodiversity and community-driven conservation. This Hima, nestled in South Lebanon, showcases the harmony between nature and people, where rich landscapes and diverse wildlife thrive under the stewardship of its residents. #HimaEbelElSaqi #NatureThroughLocalEyes #SPNL"

Through the Lens of Conservation: The Story of Hima Ebel El...

Hima Ebel El Saqi, a picturesque sanctuary in South Lebanon, stands as a testament to the harmony between nature and community stewardship. Through the...