Tannourine Cedars Forest Nature Reserve is rich in biodiversity. Over 600 plant species have so far been recorded in the reserve, along with 20 different mammals and 42 species of butterflies and moths.

TRY TO SPOT THESE FLORA AND FAUNA DURING YOUR VISIT TO THE RESERVE.

TREES         CEDAR OF LEBANON (Cedrus libani) The cedar forest community in the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve represents 25% of the remaining cedar forests in Lebanon, thus making it nationally significant.   PRICKLY JUNIPER OR SHARP CEDAR (Juniperus oxycedrus) The Prickly Juniper is a large, spreading evergreen tree with prickly, bluish foliage and berries. The juniper forest community is an important gene pool for reforestation projects at higher altitudes.

PLANTS         LEBANON PRICKLY-THRIFT (Acantholimon libanoticum) An endemic plant species found on rocky ledges at higher elevations Lebanon. It is recognized by its white flower scattered along the plant.   MOUNTAIN TULIP (Tulipa montana) One of the most beautiful flowers to be seen in the reserve. It is in bloom from April to June. Its red color and its size, seldom exceeding 15cm in height, make the flower very attractive.

BUTTERFLIES & MOTHS CARDINAL BUTTERFLY (Pandoriana pandora) This species is found in woodlands and up to an altitude of 2,000m. It is one of the largest butterflies of Lebanon.   BURNET MOTH (Zygaena olivieri) This species of moth is very common in Lebanon and is found in medium to high altitude mountains. They can be spotted during the day and are distasteful to birds.

MAMMALS Many mammals live in the reserve including the hedgehog, common field mouse, wolf, wild cat, porcupine, striped hyena, cape hare, badger, weasel, and squirrel. The most abundant mammals are foxes and wild boar.