Is Christmas Island Red Crab Migration happening right now?
As of Jun 21, 2026, 7:00 PM, out of season, returns ~October. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Watch 50 million crimson crabs transform the island into a moving red carpet as they march to the sea to spawn.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Flying Fish Cove - Settlement |
| Ethel Beach (Christmas Island) |
| + 2 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.