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Btekhnay Hosted Landmark Event Launching the First Hima Waqf in Lebanon

Under the patronage of MP Hadi Abou Al Hessen, and in collaboration with the Waqf and Municipality of Btekhnay, the Society for the Protection...
Hima

Btekhnay Hosted Landmark Event Launching the First Hima Waqf in Lebanon

Under the patronage of MP Hadi Abou Al Hessen, and in collaboration with the Waqf and Municipality of Btekhnay, the Society for the Protection...
Al-Hima Magazine

The EU and Lebanon: Partnership for Nature and Local Communities

By Cyril Dewaleyne, Deputy Head of Cooperation of the European Union Delegation to Lebanon (Al Hima Magazine 5th Edition)  The European Union has long...
Hima

SPNL and Mirage Celebrate Milestones in BioConnect Project: Five Events Advancing Lebanon’s Environmental Future

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), in partnership with Mirage and with generous support from the European Union, is proud...
Hima

Hima Enfé: A Documentary Journey into Lebanon’s Living Heritage

What does it mean to capture a place not just in pictures, but in its soul? This question lies at the heart of Hima Enfé,...
Hima
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SPNL are rewarded for conserving the coastline at Hima Qoleilih, southern Lebanon, whilst supporting local people.

SPNL receives “Best Practice” Award from the United Nations for improving...

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL – BirdLife in Lebanon) recently received an international ‘best practice’ award for their work...
What we do
SPNL

SPNL Embarks to Promote Sustainable Grazing in Lebanon

SPNL will soon initiate a new project with MAVA Foundation under the title of “Assessing and Supporting Cultural Conservation Practices in the Mediterranean Basin”....
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SPNL
Mountainous forest dominated by Turkey Oak, Fir, Cedar of Lebanon and Juniper, with Calabrian Pine found at lower altitudes

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Upper Mountains of Akkar-Donnieh

Location: Located at the northern end of Mount Lebanon. This IBA stretches from Wadi Jouhannam to Qammouaa including the villages of Mechmech and Fnaideq....
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SPNL

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Tannourine Cedars Nature Reserve

Location: In the north of the Mount Lebanon range, between the villages of Tannourine et-Tahta and Hadath ej-Joubbe. IBA Criteria met: A1, A4iv Explanation: A1...
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The largest Nature reserve in Lebanon (approx. 5% of the Territory) encompassing the best remaining strand of cedar forests where over 160 bird species

Important Bird Areas-IBAs: Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve

  Location: Situated in the Shouf Mountains overlooking the Mediterranean Sea to the West and the length of the Bekaa valley to the east. Streches...
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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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