× Information on this section of ECOLEX comes from the InforMEA Portal which compiled information from MEA Secretariats with the support of the European Union. The accuracy of the information displayed is the responsibility of the originating data source. In case of discrepancy the information as displayed on the respective MEA website prevails. Conservation of amphibians (Amphibia spp.) Document type Decision Reference number 19.197 Date Nov 25, 2022 SourceUNEP, InforMEA Status Active Subject Wild species & ecosystems Treaty Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (Mar 3, 1973) Meeting Nineteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties Website cites.org Abstract Decision directed to SecretariatThe Secretariat shall, subject to availability of external resources and in close consultation with the Animals Committee: a) conduct one or more interdisciplinary workshops for CITES Authorities and other relevant authorities and stakeholders about amphibian species in international trade, including but not limited to the following objectives: i) identify amphibian species that are in international trade and evaluate whether certain species or groups should be recommended for possible listing in the Appendices; ii) share existing national legislation relevant to the trade in amphibians; iii) evaluate whether current levels of trade are compatible with the conservation of these species in the wild; iv) compile further data on harvesting levels of amphibians subject to high volumes of international trade; v) explore the emerging threat of diseases to traded amphibians, including amphibian chytrid fungus and rana viruses; and vi) examine current enforcement efforts to deter and detect illegal and unreported trade and identify additional actions needed; and b) explore modalities to implement this Decision in a cost-effective manner, including through the organization of online events; and c) report on the progress in the implementation of paragraph a) and b) above to the Animals Committee, including any relevant recommendations.