Location
Key Information
TYPE
DESIGNATION
National Park
LOCATED IN
Territory of Christmas Island
Australia
AREA
| 1 km2 | MARINE AREA |
| 88 km2 | TOTAL AREA i |
MANAGED BY
Parks Australia
LEVEL OF FISHING PROTECTION (LFP)
At least one species- or gear-specific restriction applies (beyond permit requirements or generally applicable restrictions)
DATA SOURCE(S)
Boundary: Departement of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (Unmodified)
DATA VERSION
2.0
LAST REVIEWED
October 2022
OTHER DATABASES
World Database on Protected Areas (WDPA) ID: 62975
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Purpose
To protect this remote tropical island famous for its unique red crabs and they're spectacular annual migration from the rainforest to the sea. It is also one of the worlds truly magnificent seabird breeding sites.
Species of Concern: Christmas Island red crab, robber crab, green sea turtle
Regulations Summary
Restrictions
1. Feeding or disturbing wildlife is prohibited.
2. Spearfishing is prohibited.
3. All land crabs on Christmas Island are protected. It is an offense to recklessly or deliberately kill crabs or interfere with wildlife.
Governing Regulations
Gear and Activity Restrictions i
Fishing Gear
Activities
RESTRICTED
NOT APPLICABLE OR UNKNOWN