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 colorful world thrives. Butterflies, those delicate winged jewels, flit between wildflowers, adding beauty to an already breathtaking natural tapestry. But how many of us truly take the time to notice them, let alone identify the species we encounter?

Thanks to Husein Ali Zorkot’s book, A Pictorial Guide to the Butterflies of Lebanon, nature lovers now have the perfect tool to discover and understand the butterflies of their homeland. This bilingual (English and Arabic) field guide is the first of its kind, making butterfly watching both accessible and engaging for beginners and experts alike.

A Journey into Lebanon’s Butterfly Kingdom

Butterflies are more than just symbols of beauty; they are indicators of environmental health and crucial pollinators in ecosystems. In A Pictorial Guide to the Butterflies of Lebanon, Zorkot presents 150 of the country’s most common butterfly species, each accompanied by vivid photographs and color illustrations. The book offers short, concise descriptions, making identification easy, whether you’re hiking through a cedar forest or strolling in a coastal garden.

What makes this guide particularly valuable is its focus on host plants—the specific flora that butterflies depend on for survival. By highlighting these essential plants, Zorkot not only aids in butterfly identification but also encourages habitat conservation.

Beyond Identification: A Call for Conservation

Lebanon’s butterflies face growing threats, including habitat destruction, climate change, and urban expansion. Zorkot’s guide does more than celebrate these creatures—it raises awareness about their challenges. Through his meticulous documentation, he reminds readers that conserving butterflies means preserving Lebanon’s rich biodiversity.

For students, photographers, conservationists, or simply anyone who appreciates nature’s wonders, this book is an essential companion. Whether you’re flipping through its pages at home or taking it along on outdoor adventures, A Pictorial Guide to the Butterflies of Lebanon invites you to look closer, learn more, and help protect these fluttering wonders.

📖 Want to bring the magic of butterflies into your hands?
Order your copy today from Souk Al Hima and start your journey into Lebanon’s butterfly world.

A Pictorial Guide to the Butterflies of Lebanon

Al Hima Magazine 5th Issue

This edition of Al Hima magazine weaves together inspiring stories of nature conservation and community resilience, highlighting how Lebanon is being stitched back to life—one Hima at a time. The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) continues its mission to preserve the country’s natural heritage by empowering local communities. A cornerstone of this effort is the BioConnect project, funded by the European Union, which has achieved three national firsts: Lebanon’s first natural park (Upper Matn), first geological park (Shouf-Jezzine), and first endowment Hima (Btekhnay).

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