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Moolgoodna (Booby Island)

We recognise and acknowledge Dambeemangarddee people as the Traditional Owners of Lalang-gaddam Marine Park.

Moolgoodna (Booby Island) has been identified by the Western Australian Museum as an ecological hotspot and supports more than 1% of the world’s population of brown boobies, with up to 2000 breeding pairs. About 500 pairs of crested terns also nest on the island.

No dogs

No park entry fee

Moolgoodna (Booby Island)
Ellen D'Cruz

About this place

Moolgoodna (Booby Island) is classified by Birdlife International as an Important Bird Area because it supports more than one percent of the world’s population of brown boobies (Sula leucogaster), with up to 2000 breeding pairs. About 500 pairs of crested terns (Thalasseus bergii) also nest on the island (BirdLife International 2015). 

The waters surrounding Moolgoodna (Booby Island) are important foraging grounds for nesting sea banarddee (birds), including the brown booby, which generally feeds on squid and a range of surface dwelling jaiya species, such as flying jaiya and anchovies (Department of the Environment 2016).

The waters surrounding Moolgoodna are in a general use zone which allows for a wide range of recreational and commercial uses. Recreational fishing is permitted. 

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Read this safety information about what you need to know. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life! 

When you are entering the Kimberley or Pilbara regions, you are entering crocodile country. Two species of crocodile occur in Western Australia: the estuarine (or saltwater) crocodile and the freshwater crocodile. The estuarine crocodile is the largest living reptile and is considered to be a dangerous predator. Freshwater crocodiles are smaller and not as aggressive.

Crocs are common, crocs move around and crocs are deadly so Be Crocwise.

  • Download the Crocodiles information guide.
  • Pay attention to all warning signs, however just because a sign isn’t there doesn’t mean crocodiles aren’t present.
  • If you are unsure don't swim, canoe or use small boats in estuaries, tidal rivers or pools and contact the nearest Parks and Wildlife office.
  • If you see a crocodile showing signs of aggressive behaviour, OR is in a Broome Crocodile Control Zone, please contact Parks and Wildlife Service Broome office on (08) 9195 5500.

Gallery

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A large number of birds resting on and flying above a large rock covered in white.
Moolgoodna (Booby Island)
Ellen D'Cruz
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One brown and white white bird resting on rocks.
Moolgoodna (Booby Island)
Ellen D'Cruz
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Colourful coral on display
Moolgoodna (Booby Island)
John Huisman

Plants, wildlife and fungi

Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Moolgoodna (Booby Island).

Traditional Owners

You are encouraged to view Dambimangari Aboriginal Corporation’s Code of Conduct for visitors to Dambimangari country before entering Lalang-gaddam Marine Park.   

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

No park entry fee

Entry to Lalang-gaddam Marine Park is free.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Broome Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: 9195 5500

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's North West
Kimberley

Park boundaries are approximations only and should not be used for navigation or orientation purposes.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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