By Rami Khashab

“Lebanon is known for its unique location and climate which led to large variety of habitats and species within a very small range. Sadly numbers of wild species are constantly declining as a result of human activity and lack of environmental awareness.

One off my goals is to spread local and internation awareness about the wild species found in Lebanon (especially herpetofauna) in order to conserve them as a vital part of the unique Lebanese ecosystem and change the superstitions about them.

I have been working with native herpetofauna (reptiles and amphibians) for more than 10 years. That includes: sea turtle conservation, reptile rescue and rehabilitation, research and filling data gaps on native fauna, and public awareness in schools, scounts and other environmental circles.”