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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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At Hammana Hima Farm, the land is gently waking up — blossoms appearing, birds returning, and the first signs of green spreading across the soil.
Environment

World Wildlife Day 2026: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods

On the occasion of World Wildlife Day, celebrated annually on 3 March, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) reaffirms its...
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Decline of Populations of Migratory Species of Animals from 44% to 49% in 2 Years

An interim report which provides an update to the landmark State of the World’s Migratory Species (2024) warns that 49% of migratory species populations conserved by the global...

A New Chapter for Environmental Media in Lebanon: From HIMA ECO MEDIA to The Earthbound 30×30 Podcast

In a country where environmental challenges are increasingly intertwined with economic and social pressures, a new movement is emerging, not only in forests and...

Doroub Al-Hima Program Participates in 17 km Eco-Sports Trail from Ramhala to Damour Coast

Upon the invitation of Jungle Gym Fitness Center, the Hima Trails Program of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon participated in...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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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...
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Bridging Science and Conservation: A Month of Bird Monitoring Success

The past month has been a period of rigorous fieldwork and substantial progress in our bird monitoring efforts. Covering extensive ground across Lebanon, our...
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Bridging Conservation and Development: A Month of Progress in Nature Protection

By Bassima Khatib, Head of Nature Conservation Department A Vision for Sustainability Over the past month, the Nature Conservation Department has embarked on a crucial journey...