× 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. Tortoises and freshwater turtles (Testudines spp.) from Madagascar Document type Decision Reference number 20.87 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 PartiesMadagascar is requested to: a) provide an update on its Global Action Plan for the Conservation of Madagascar’s endemic tortoises and freshwater turtles, including species-specific strategies, for the critically endangered tortoise and freshwater turtle species (Astrochelys radiata, A. yniphora, Pyxis arachnoides and P. planicauda); b) report on recent activities undertaken to implement the Global Action Plan and to finalize and implement the species-specific strategies, taking into consideration the multifaceted threats of collection for local consumption and international trade compounded by habitat loss; c) seek financial support and technical assistance, as needed, through the Parties, the Secretariat and relevant conservation partners for the implementation of the decision; and d) submit a report covering the aspects in sub-paragraphs a) to c) of Decision 20.87 to the Secretariat 90 days in advance of the 34th meeting of the Animals Committee, for it to be made available to the Committee.