<![CDATA[This study aims to identify and analyse the potential of the economic value of sea cucumber resources in the waters of Kaur Regency, Bengkulu Province. The research was conducted in August-September 2025. The research was conducted in the seagrass ecosystems Sekunyit Beach, Linau Beach, Laguna Beach. Data were gathered by field sampling, direct observation and interviews with fishermen, local communities and local collectors involved in the sea cucumber trade. Three genera of sea cucumbers commonly traded in the research region were discovered namely Actinopyga spp., Holothuria spp. and Stichopus spp. Actinopyga spp. was observed in all observation sites, indicating a rather broad distribution in coastal waters of Kaur Regency. In contrast, the occurrence of Holothuria atra and Stichopus spp. varied among locations and appeared to be impacted by habitat factors. The market observation indicated that the stone sea cucumber (Actinopyga echinetis) was the most economically valuable, with the dried product being sold for around IDR 3,000,000 per kilogram during the high demand season, notably around the Chinese New Year. Sea cucumber harvesting in Kaur Regency is carried out all year round and is still dominated by traditional collection methods. Some of the bigger scale harvesting activities also use boats and compressors to reach deeper seas, however. The growing demand for sea cucumbers, particularly for food and medical purposes, has led to increased harvesting pressure on local resources. Therefore, the construction of a sea cucumber database and ecosystem-based management is important in Kaur Regency to support sustainable use and the formulation of evidence-based fisheries management policy.]]>
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