Where Peaks Touch the Sky and Wilderness Thrives!
Mount Hermon
Nature Reserve
A vital part of the Mediterranean Basin's ecosystem, it is known for its diverse flora and fauna.
Key Biodiversity Area (KBA)
+429
Flora
+95
Birds
+12
Mammal
News and Reports
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A hub for the latest updates and in-depth analyses, featuring timely news articles, press releases, and insightful reports.
Unveiling Lebanon’s Hidden Herpetofauna: New Discoveries in Amphibians and Reptiles ...
Lebanon, with its diverse landscapes ranging from coastal plains to rugged mountain ranges, harbors a rich but largely undocumented herpetofauna. Research by Hraoui-Bloquet, Sadek,...
Safeguarding Lebanon’s Crop Wild Relatives: A Conservation Roadmap
Lebanon, nestled within the Fertile Crescent, is a hotspot of agricultural biodiversity, boasting a rich variety of cultivated plants and crop wild relatives (CWRs)....
Mount Hermon: A Mountain Facing a Climate Reckoning
Mount Hermon, a towering natural landmark straddling Syria and Lebanon, is undergoing rapid climatic changes that threaten its delicate ecosystem. Once known for its...
Mount Hermon: The Sacred Summit Connecting Faiths and Histories
Towering at 2,814 meters above sea level, Mount Hermon, also known as Jabal El Sheikh, is the highest peak in the Anti-Lebanon mountain range....
Saving Lebanon’s Green Heart: Mapping and Protecting Important Plant Areas
Lebanon, a jewel of the Mediterranean, is home to an extraordinary variety of plant life. With its diverse landscapes ranging from coastal plains to...
Beyond Law Enforcement: How Community-Based Regulations Can Strengthen Biodiversity Conservation
In protected areas worldwide, the battle against wildlife crime remains one of the most pressing environmental challenges. Despite stringent laws and increased law enforcement...
Hermon Haven
Fauna & Flora
We take pride in our efforts to document and conserve the unique fauna and flora of Mount Hermon
Cedrus libani
The Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani A. Rich.) is more than just a tree—it is a living monument of resilience, history, and ecological importance....
Aristolochia scabridula
Aristolochia scabridula is a lesser-known but ecologically significant species of the Aristolochiaceae family, primarily found in the Mount Hermon region. This plant is part...
Aristolochia scabridula
Aristolochia scabridula, also known as the rough birthwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Aristolochiaceae family. This species is native to the...
Arabis Caucasica
Arabis caucasica, commonly known as garden arabis, mountain rock cress, or Caucasian rockcress, is an evergreen perennial herb belonging to the Brassicaceae family. It...
Alkanna Orientalis
Tucked away in the high-altitude landscapes of Mount Hermon, Alkanna orientalis is a hidden gem among Lebanon’s rich floral biodiversity. This perennial herb, belonging...
Egyptian Vulture
The Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus), an iconic scavenger of open landscapes, is a rare yet significant presence in the Mount Hermon region, a biodiversity...