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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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Common Reed Warbler Acrocephalus scirpaceus
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Watching the Skies: A Month of Bird Monitoring and Community Engagement in Lebanon’s Himas

Between 23 July and 23 August 2025, Chadi Saad, manager of SPNL's Hima Hammana Raptor Observatory, demonstrated unwavering dedication to bird monitoring across Lebanon,...
A tranquil path leads through a vibrant Hima site, where wildflowers bloom and cedar forests thrive under Lebanon’s summer skies. This landscape reflects the harmony between nature and community conservation.
Photo Credit: Spyro Klitira

HIMA: A Lebanese Model Showcased for Integrating Nature Conservation and Community Empowerment

BirdLife International Middle East, in collaboration with the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), is organizing a webinar on 26 August...

At the Heart of the Hima… Turtles Return to Freedom

Under the patronage of the Municipality of Qarnael, and upon the invitation of the Qarnael Women’s Association, with the participation of the Society for...

SPNL Advances Hima Conservation with Kfarselwen Municipality and Mount Knaiseh Adventure Club

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is pleased to announce a productive and inspiring meeting with Kfarselwen Municipality and the...
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Native Woodland Trees Aim for Bold 2025-2026 Reforestation Targets

Mount Lebanon Hima Center of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is committed to restoring Lebanon’s forests by cultivating and planting native tree species...
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“Hima EcoMedia”: The World’s First Sustainable Media Hima

The National Committee of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) honored...
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The First Practical Field Guide to Lebanon’s Nighttime Pollinators

Butterfly watching wouldn’t be complete without moths! These fascinating nocturnal insects play a crucial role in pollination, agriculture, and the balance of ecosystems. For...
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A Comprehensive Guide to the Amphibians of the Middle East

Exploring the Resounding Realm of Salientians and Salamanders From the rugged mountains of Anatolia to the lush wetlands of the Levant, and from the deserts...
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Essential Butterfly Guides for Lebanon and the Middle East

Butterflies are not just beautiful creatures; they are vital to our ecosystems and serve as indicators of environmental health. Whether you are a scientist,...
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Fun, Scientific, and Educational: SPNL’s Eco-Friendly Butterfly Products

Butterflies are more than just beautiful creatures; they are a gateway to learning about nature, conservation, and biodiversity. SPNL’s collection of eco-friendly butterfly products...