Sea cucumbers are exploited and traded in more than 70 countries worldwide. Commercially Important Sea Cucumbers of the World provides identification information on 58 species of sea cucumbers that are commonly exploited in artisanal and industrial fisheries around the world. It is intended for fishery managers, scientists, trade officers and industry workers. Commercially Important Sea Cucumbers of the World is fully indexed and contains an introduction, a glossary, and a dedicated bibliography.