The sandfish Holothuria scabra is a benthic animal of high ecological and economic value.
The high economic value of sandfish has led to declining populations due to overfishing.
Initiatives to improve sandfish production have included restocking, sea-ranching and
aquaculture (captive breeding and grow-out). These initiatives require a supply of animals
(seed and/or broodstock) that often originate far from the location where they are needed.
This calls for a good transportation system so that the sandfish arrive in good condition. This …