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.
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.
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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.