Global trade in sea cucumbers ‘alarming’ with many species at risk: Study
Global sea cucumber trade has expanded since 2013, contributing to the overexploitation of many species, according to a recent study that highlights growing conservation concerns. The research shows rising harvest levels until 2018, with China and Hong Kong as top importers due to demand for traditional medicine and luxury consumption. The authors and outside experts warn that declining stocks are driving fisheries to spread to new regions, underscoring the need for stronger sustainability measures.
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The global trade in sea cucumbers has grown since 2013 and continues to decimate the populations of many species, according to a recent study that cites “escalating impacts” and calls for stronger conservation measures.The study found that global capture of sea cucumbers increased from 2013 to the late 2010s and dipped slightly during the peak pandemic years of 2020 and 2021, the last years in the study period.China and it’s special administrative region of Hong Kong, where sea cucumbers are used in traditional medicine and consumed as a delicacy on special occasions, are the main importers as measured by dollar value, the study found.See All Key Ideas (function($) { $(document).ready(function() { const bulletPoints = $('.bulletpoints'); const toggle = $('.bulletpoints-wrapper…
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