Israel Nature and Parks Authority
Hiking the Holyland: Dodim Cave, the Ein Gedi most visitors never see
Ein Gedi reaches far beyond that one canyon. Above the crowds are quieter trails, climbing into the cliffs toward springs, ancient ruins, and pools that see only a handful of hikers a day.
Jerusalem highlights: September 25-October 1
Israel Nature and Parks Authority seeks public help after dolphin washes ashore in Tel Aviv
Oh deer: Border Police rescue a fawn being illegally held for hunting in West Bank, A-Ram
Authorities rescue Israeli shoppers, seize illegal monkey from residence in Jericho, West Bank
Israeli citizens are strictly prohibited from entering Area A; police emphasized in their statement following the event that entering Area A is "extremely dangerous and can be life-threatening."
Israeli birdwatcher finds 30 migrating white storks dead under utility poles in Jordan Valley
“The nearby utility poles serve as places for them to perch and rest,” Bashan said. “The danger is primarily created by poles with exposed electrical components.”
450 female green sea turtles left in the Mediterranean – 27 of them chose Israel
While conflict limits access to coastal areas and complicates conservation work, endangered sea turtles continue returning to shore to lay the next generation
Tel Dan Nature Reserve damaged by missile in war; here is how it looks after restoration
After a long closure, the Tel Dan Nature Reserve reopens with a visitor service center, access road, and parking lot rehabilitated at a cost of NIS 2.5 million.
Border Police rescue illegally held gazelle from basement in private home near Jenin
The police stated that, overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday, Border Police officers, accompanied by supervisors from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, infiltrated the area.
'Summer at the Movies' program brings family, films, and fun to Israel's national parks
The Summer at the Movies program pairs film screenings with family activities at the best times to experience national parks.
Lion cubs find new home in South African shelter, drawing attention to illegal wildlife trade
Ben Tzur and Uri are two of six lion cubs rescued in 2025 after being illegally smuggled into Israel and later found in the Palestinian Authority.
Bambi's big break: Israel Police, IDF rescue two gazelle fawns during weapons raid in West Bank
The suspect, a 39-year-old resident of the area, was taken for questioning and admitted to several offenses involving harming and illegally possessing protected natural assets.
One of Israel's rarest springs reopens: Ein Mabua returns for the summer hiking season
Following upgrades including a new parking lot, safe access path, and renovated restrooms, the Prat Stream site reopens free with registration.
Rare gemstone discovered by 12-year-old boy during archaeological dig in ancient Jewish village
Dig director Dr. Achia Kohn-Tavorn from Ariel University identified the stone as a Nicolo, a type of agate stone often used in jewelry and signet rings by the Romans as a symbol of wealth.
