Israel's wars have taken a hidden toll on wildlife and forests: Burned woodlands, disrupted bird migrations, and the world's first wartime animal hospital reveal nature's struggle in conflict zones.
After being closed for a year and two months due to the war, the Galilion Hotel in the Hula Valley is set to reopen this coming weekend.
How a dedicated team in Northern Israel is transforming the future of wildlife rehabilitation through innovation, public engagement, and a vision for a better tomorrow.
Reporter's Notebook: I wanted to meet with Arie Almog, a resident of Metulla who had remained throughout the war.
The arrival of the cranes, a family consisting of parents and two fledglings marks the beginning of the fall migratory season in the area.
The long-legged buzzard with spectacular chestnut brown plumage, is one of the most impressive raptors in Israel.
In the last 30 years the the migratory bird population in Israel has dropped by more than 10%, according to KKL-JNF, due in part to climate change and the bird flu epidemic.
The owl was discovered by the side of the road injured, mostly likely from a passing vehicle.
The species which could be spotted high in the skies include, storks, cranes, pelicans and birds of prey which had taken refuge in the Hula valley due to the recent wintery climate.
Avian influenza has affected tens of millions of birds and thousands of mammals worldwide in recent years.
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