List of islands in the Houtman Abrolhos facts for kids
The Houtman Abrolhos is a cool chain of islands located off the western coast of Australia. Imagine a scattered group of land pieces in the ocean – that's what an island chain is! People often say there are 122 islands here, but in 1996, only 93 of them had official names. By 2011, a few new names appeared, bringing the total of officially named islands to 96.
These islands are divided into three main groups: the Wallabi Group, the Easter Group, and the Pelsaert Group. The Easter Group also has a smaller collection of islands called the Eastern Islands. And within the Pelsaert Group, you'll find the Mangrove Group and the Numbered Islands.
Beyond the officially named islands, there are many more smaller islands and rocks that don't have official names. For example, there are 16 in the Wallabi Group, 26 in the Eastern Group, and 15 in the Pelsaert Group. There are also special subgroups like the Jackson Islets (7 small islets) and The Coral Patches (13 small islets), both in the Pelsaert Group. When you add up all the known islands, islets, and rocks that stick out of the water, the Houtman Abrolhos has a grand total of 173!
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What are the main island groups?
The Houtman Abrolhos is split into three big sections, making it easier to explore and understand.
The Wallabi Group
This group is one of the three main parts of the Abrolhos. It's known for its interesting history and unique wildlife. Many of the officially named islands are found here.
The Easter Group
Another major section, the Easter Group, also contains a smaller cluster of islands known as the Eastern Islands. This area is home to various types of marine life and birds.
The Pelsaert Group
The Pelsaert Group is the third main section. It includes two smaller, special groups: the Mangrove Group and the Numbered Islands. These areas are important for their natural beauty and the creatures that live there.
See also
- List of rocks in Western Australia
