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Hammana Hosts SPNL’s Traveling Exhibition “Stitching One Hima At A Time” in Celebration of Nature, Art, and Community
Under the esteemed patronage of the Mayor of Hammana, Dr. Amine Lebbos, and in close cooperation with Hammana Municipality, the Society for the Protection...
AUB Students Join SPNL’s Hima Farm for Community Service and Environmental Awareness in Hammana
In a vibrant display of youth engagement and environmental stewardship, a group of students from the American University of Beirut (AUB) has joined the...
APU Unit Visits Gendarmerie Commander: Joint Commitment to Strengthening Wildlife Protection and Combating Poaching
As part of ongoing efforts to bolster environmental security in Lebanon, the Commander of the Gendarmerie, Brigadier General Jean Aouad, received a delegation from...
Study Exposes Disconnect Between Conservation Policies and Local Realities in Lebanon’s Biosphere Reserves
A groundbreaking study has revealed critical gaps between conservation theory and practice in Lebanon’s biosphere reserves, calling for urgent reforms to make environmental protection...
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,...
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...
Habitat Megaliths: Where Ecology Meets Ancient History
Imagine a garden where nature and history intertwine—a landscape designed not just for beauty but for biodiversity. Habitat megaliths offer an innovative, eco-friendly approach...
Fluttering Wonders: A Guide to Lebanon’s Butterflies
Exploring Nature Through the Lens of Husein Ali Zorkot’s Pictorial Guide
In the heart of Lebanon’s diverse landscapes—where lush valleys meet rugged mountains—a quiet yet...
Birds in the Lebanese Hima: A Sanctuary for Avian Diversity
Lebanon’s diverse landscapes, from coastal plains to mountainous regions, create an ideal habitat for a rich variety of bird species. One of the most...
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...
