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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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Al-Hima Magazine

Hima: A Sanctuary for Birds, Biodiversity, and People

By Dr. Ibrahim Khader I first became acquainted with the Hima approach nearly twenty years ago, when BirdLife International partnered with the Society for the...

Lessons in Establishing a Biosphere Reserve

In the heart of Switzerland, the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Entlebuch stands out for its unique approach to conservation and community involvement. Established three decades...

Towards the first Hima in Palestine

Imad Atrash Palestine has been distinguished by its rich cultural and natural heritage for thousands of years. This is due to its diverse climatic zones,...

Homat Al Hima: The Heart of Himas

Homat al Hima (Hima guardians, in Arabic) are the core of the Hima system, transforming it from a concept into a living model of...
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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...
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Poland and Lebanon Unite to Protect White Storks: A Symbol of...

A Message of Protection and Coexistence The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Beirut has issued an urgent call to protect White Storks, one...