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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...
Lesser Yellowlegs © Wwcsig (CC-BY-SA-3.0)

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...
Anti-Poaching Unit
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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...
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SPNL Leads Biodiversity Conservation Efforts in Jezzine Region Under the Bioconnect...

The Jezzine region, a biodiversity-rich area in Southern Lebanon, has become a focal point for conservation under the Bioconnect Project, funded by the European...