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Annual red crab migration on Christmas Island

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It's one of the busiest times of the year for one remote Australian territory, with the annual red crab migration getting underway on Christmas Island. Millions of crabs carpet the landscape in a vibrant display of nature's wonders. Parks Australia says this season's migration is likely to be one of the biggest in years.
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