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Lebanese University Science Students Explore Ras El Metn Hima to Study Wildlife Tracks and Natural Heritage

As part of efforts to bridge academic learning with field-based environmental education, second-year students from the Faculty of Science at the Lebanese University, accompanied...
Hima

Lebanese University Science Students Explore Ras El Metn Hima to Study Wildlife Tracks and Natural Heritage

As part of efforts to bridge academic learning with field-based environmental education, second-year students from the Faculty of Science at the Lebanese University, accompanied...
BirdLife International

SPNL Joins Global Call to Action for World Migratory Bird Day 2025: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) proudly joins the international community in celebrating World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) 2025, under...
Hima

SPNL and TDH Collaborate to Deliver Dignity Kits Supporting Women’s Health and Well-being in Hima Charter Villages

As part of a growing collaboration to promote gender-responsive community support, Terre des Hommes (TDH) Italy has delivered 75 dignity kits to the Society...
Hima

SPNL Inspires Future Environmental Leaders at MUBS Career Fair 2025

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) proudly participated in the Modern University for Business and Science (MUBS) Career Fair 2025...
BirdLife International
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much of the mountain is protected from hunting and grazing, some trees have been planted by the Rim water company that owns most of the site

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Rim-Sannine

 Location: North-west of the town of Zahle, on the southern flanks of Mount Sannine in the Mount Lebanon Range. Total area: 244 ha IBA...
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Flat or gently undulating stony desert and semi-desert, rising up to a wide wadi extending eastwards into the Anti-Lebanon Range

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Ras Baalbek

Location: The Ras Baalbek IBA is found at the extreme north end of the Bekaa Valley, in north-east Lebanon, extending up into the foothills...
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A wide valley (the valley of the River Safa, which becomes the Damour River closer to the coast) containing Pine woodland, terraced orchards, low scrub and some bare rocky cliffs

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Ramlieh Valley

Location: In the Shouf region of the Mount Lebanon range, south of the towns of Saoufar and Bhamdoun, and about 17km south-east of Beirut....
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Observations suggest that over 20,000 raptors, Storks, Pelicans and other soaring birds pass over the lake annually

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Lake Qaraoun

Location: Lake Qaraoun is the largest freshwater body by far in Lebanon, lying at the Southern end of the Bekaa valley, which is a...
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The area inhabits 14 large and medium mammal species such as the Rock Hyrax. 215 plant species among which 20 tree species and 11 endemics

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Jabal Moussa

Location: The site is a mountain which extends westwards from the main Mount Lebanon chain along the edge of the Nahr Ibrahim, just to...
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Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Hima Ebel ElSaqi

  Location: Southern Lebanon between Marjayoun and Hasbaya, west of the Hasbani River. Village lies on the Rift valley flyway, well documented for migratory raptors...
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The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is dedicated to conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable development, and safeguarding Lebanon’s natural and cultural heritage. As the national partner of BirdLife International, SPNL embraces the Hima approach, a community-based conservation model that harmonizes nature, people, and culture. Through education, advocacy, and partnerships, we empower communities to protect vital ecosystems and species while ensuring livelihoods and well-being. Join us in our mission to preserve Lebanon's unique environment for future generations. Visit our website or follow us on social media to learn more and support our initiatives. Together, we can make a difference.

Horsh Kayfoun, Luc Hoffmann Hima Center،, Itani, Kayfoun, Mount Lebanon