As a young man in Lebanon, Assad Serhal was a keen hunter. But after an encounter with a Bobwhite Quail and its chicks, Assad was so moved that he decided to change course and dedicate his life to conserving birds – millions of them are shot in Lebanon every year as they migrate.

He’s now a significant figure in Lebanese conservation, and has founded the Society for the Protection of Nature and set up 'hima', protected areas for wildlife.

Producer: Troy Holmes

Presenter: Jo Fidgen

Photo: Assad Serhal

Credit: Courtesy of Assad Serhal