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Fishing Christmas Island

By Saltwater Sportsman Staff

Updated: October 30, 2012

Angler walks off a pancake flat in Christmas Island’s massive lagoon. Tosh Brown

Bonefish are one of the top target species at Christmas Island. Use shrimp flies in orange, pink or tan colors. Tim Pask

The traditional island outrigger on the boats at Christmas Island provide a steady platform to transport anglers to the bonefish flats. Tim Pask

Sign reads: “Unauthorized fishing in the conservation area and fisheries pond is strictly prohibited.” Tim Pask

Christmas Island is a one-of-a-kind destination. The locals seem to have more fun here. Tim Pask

While Christmas Island boasts outstanding bonefishing, don’t forget about triggerfish. Use bonefish flies. Tim Pask

To get the full experience, try targeting a few other species such as trevally. Use small baitfish flies. Tim Pask

Chasing giants: The wide-open flats of Christmas Island offer chances at giant trevally. Barry And Cathy Beck

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