Biodiversity Guardianship
The Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush — A Vanishing Jewel Among Lebanon’s Mountain Rocks
Spotted recently in the scenic heights of Hammana, a solitary male Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis) stunned observers with his brilliant plumage. Captured by...
The Poor Man’s Weatherglass: Spring Wildflowers of Lebanon
As winter loosens its grip, Lebanon’s landscapes awaken with a spectacular display of spring wildflowers, each bloom signaling the arrival of warmer days. Among...
The Common Myna: A Bold Urban Invader Captured at Beirut Waterfront — and a Symbol of a Growing Ecological Dilemma
Earlier today, wildlife photographer and the manager of SPNL's Hima Hammana Raptor Observatory, Chadi Saad, captured a striking image of a Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis)...
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...
The Vital Role of Bees in Pollinating Wild Mint in Lebanese...
Lebanon’s nature is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with wild mint (Mentha longifolia) thriving in their rich ecosystems. Among the...
Through the Lens of Chadi Saad: Capturing the Wildlife of Hima...
Hima Hammana and the surrounding landscapes of Mount Lebanon are home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, where forests, meadows, and rocky outcrops create...
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...
The Hidden Guardians of Hima: Insects Fueling Lebanon’s Protected Ecosystems
Lebanon’s Hima Network is a vital conservation system preserving biodiversity, ecosystems, and traditional landscapes through community-based protection. These Hima sites—spanning mountains, valleys, wetlands, and...
Mass Poisoning in the Negev: 335 Black Kites Found Dead
A massive poisoning event has been reported in the Negev, where 335 black kites (Milvus migrans) were found dead, along with other raptors and...
🦎 Meet the Herps: The Reptiles and Amphibians 🐢 of the...
Lebanon’s Hima Network is a vital conservation initiative that protects biodiversity, habitats, and cultural heritage while empowering local communities through sustainable environmental practices. The...
