Thelenota anax is a species of sea cucumber mostly found in the tropical, South Pacific Ocean.

[7] Thelenota anax prefers to live on soft, sandy portions of the ocean floor at depths greater than 25 m.[8] Some can be found on the sides of reef slopes.

In the Solomon Islands, where Thelenota anax is commonly harvested, it has a commercial value of around $6.66 per kg .

[11] T. anax is commonly consumed in Asian and Middle Eastern countries for its purported medicinal benefits, although research into its effects are ongoing.

These compounds are known to reduce the risk of coronary disease, some cancers, and have anti-inflammatory properties [3] Specifically arachidonic acid promotes blood clotting and wound healing.

[3] Studies have also shown that T. anax produces glycosides Stichopside C (STC) and Stichoposide D (STD).