| Isumrud Strait | |
|---|---|
  Isumrud Strait Isumrud Strait in PNG | |
| Location |  Papua New Guinea, Madang Province |
| Coordinates | 4°49′S145°53′E / 4.82°S 145.88°E Coordinates: 4°49′S145°53′E / 4.82°S 145.88°E |
| Islands | Karkar Island |
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