Birds Database .. detailed information | |
Masked Booby Sula dactylatra | |
Bird Family : | "Boobies" Sulidae |
Description : | Rare in local area. Largest booby, size 85cm. Sea bird, diver. |
Typical Habitat : | Oceans and reefs. |
Distribution : | Locally abundant around the northern coastline. |
Migration : | Partial migrant / nomadic. Breeds on Norfolk, Lord Howe and Kermadec Islands. Occasionally seen at Reefs off Townsville. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
EPBC : | Migratory |
Additional info .. | locations seen (1) .. |
EPBC = Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (Commonwealth) |
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