What we do
Guardians of Lebanon’s Forests and Seas: A New Chapter in Environmental Protection
After years of anticipation, Lebanon has taken a bold and much-needed step toward safeguarding its natural treasures. On June 22, 2025, the Lebanese government...
A Rare Visitor in the Reeds: Glossy Ibis Spotted Feeding in Lebanon’s Ammiq Wetland
In the early glow of a summer morning, amidst the shimmering wetlands of East Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, a rare and mesmerizing scene unfolded. A...
Kornayel Declares its Public Forest a Hima: A Landmark Step for Lebanon’s Environmental Heritage
In a groundbreaking move for nature conservation and sustainable development, the Municipality of Kornayel has taken a decisive step to safeguard its most precious...
Lebanon’s Hima Sites Officially Recognized in World Database on Protected Areas
The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is proud to announce that 27 Hima sites across Lebanon have been officially approved...
APU Unit Documents Violations in the North and Submits Complaints to...
The Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) , through its operations team patrols and sustainable hunters' groups in the North, is actively documenting violations related to the...
Lebanese Businessman Donates 4×4 Vehicle to Support the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU)
In a gesture reflecting a national commitment to preserving biodiversity in Lebanon, a businessman from the Keserwan region – who preferred to remain anonymous...
Mount Lebanon Hima Center: A Haven for Wildlife and the Return...
Nestled within the rugged landscapes of Mount Lebanon, the Mount Lebanon Hima Center stands as a beacon of hope for migratory birds and wildlife....
The Common Crane… A Sky Visitor Worth Protecting!
Every year, Lebanon’s skies witness a breathtaking spectacle as thousands of migratory birds pass through on their journey between Europe and Africa. However, this...
Reviving the Hima: An Ancient Conservation Method
Faced with escalating desertification and overgrazing, Jordan is embracing an ancient land-management practice known as the hima to restore degraded ecosystems while supporting local...
Jour El Bawashek: A Safe Haven for Migrating White Storks and...
High in the majestic landscape of Mount Lebanon, Jour El Bawashek stands as a beacon of hope for migrating birds, offering a critical sanctuary...
