What is another word for holothuria?
Pronunciation: [hˌɒləθjˈʊɹi͡ə] (IPA) 
Holothuria is the scientific name for sea cucumbers, a group of marine animals that are found at the bottom of the ocean. These creatures have long, cylindrical bodies and are covered in tough, spiky skin. Although "holothuria" is the scientific name for these creatures, there are several other synonyms that are commonly used to refer to them.
One of the most common synonyms for holothuria is the term "sea cucumber". Other synonyms include "sea slug", "beche-de-mer", and "tripang". These names are used to describe the same creature, but may be more commonly used in different parts of the world.
Whether you refer to these creatures as holothuria, sea cucumbers, or any of their other synonyms, they are an important part of many marine ecosystems and are used in a variety of dishes and traditional medicines.
