× 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 20.86 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 PartiesParties affected by illegal trade in tortoises and freshwater turtles from Madagascar are encouraged to: a) support Madagascar in finalizing and implementing species-specific strategies, taking into account the multidimensional threats posed by harvesting for local consumption and international trade, exacerbated by habitat loss; b) engage with, and support Madagascar to facilitate information and intelligence exchange concerning the illegal trade in tortoises and freshwater turtles; c) strengthen international collaboration and support international investigations combatting illegal trade in tortoises and freshwater turtles from Madagascar; d) coordinate and collaborate with Madagascar regarding seized specimens originating from Madagascar, including making arrangements for repatriation procedures, when appropriate; and e) promote public awareness and understanding of the implications of illegal trade and take actions to decrease consumer demand in illegally sourced tortoises and freshwater turtles from Madagascar.