× 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. Sea cucumbers (Stichopodidae and Holothuridae spp.) Document type Decision Reference number 20.222 Date Dec 5, 2025 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 Twentieth meeting of the Conference of the Parties Website cites.org Abstract Decision directed to Animals CommitteeThe Animals Committee shall: a) as appropriate, consider any findings or recommendations submitted by the Secretariat in accordance with Decision 20.220 and other relevant information available to the Animals Committee; and b) develop recommendations within its mandate to ensure sustainable and legal international trade in Stichopodidae and Holothuridae to submit to the 21st meeting of the Conference of the Parties, and report on its activities under this decision to the Standing Committee identifying any issues that are more appropriately considered by the Standing Committee and any observations or recommendations from the Animals Committee for the consideration of the Standing Committee as appropriate.