Park earthquake history

A historical collection of seismic events associated by proximity to the island archipelago

Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Data for Barnard Island Group National Park

Access a chronological catalogue of seismic events recorded near Barnard Island Group National Park. This data identifies earthquakes within a defined distance from the coastal islands of the Cassowary Coast Region, providing insight into the seismic history of the area. Each entry includes event date, magnitude, depth, and epicentre location to support geographical analysis of the region.

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Ancient islands protecting diverse seabird colonies on the Queensland coast

Barnard Island Group National Park

Barnard Island Group National Park is a protected island archipelago situated off the coast of Queensland, Australia, within the Cassowary Coast Region. The park encompasses a cluster of islands that together cover approximately 60 hectares and were formally established as a national park in 1994 under the management of the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. These islands possess a remarkable geological heritage, with origins dating back approximately 420 million years, making them among the older landforms in the region. The park is recognized for its significant birdlife, supporting nesting colonies of multiple tern species and providing habitat for more than twenty species of forest-dwelling birds. Located roughly 1,296 kilometers northwest of Brisbane, the Barnard Islands represent an important coastal protected area that preserves both natural and geological values within the wet tropics of northern Queensland.

Location: Australia
Park type: National park
Established: 1994
Area: 0.6 km²

Barnard Island Group National Park Protected Area

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Earthquake evidence around Barnard Island Group National Park

Earthquake entries connected with Barnard Island Group National Park are organised by the spatial relationship between reported epicentres and the island park, not by assumptions about events on the islands themselves. The catalogue pairs chronology and magnitude with depth, place descriptions, calculated park distance, and original source access.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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A distinct collection of protected destinations follows the records associated with Barnard Island Group National Park. These links do not indicate shared island habitats, Australian geography, legal status, earthquake observations, geology, geographic closeness, seismic relevance, or comparable hazards.

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Great Barrier Reef Marine Park: Atlas and Geographic Context for Queensland Protected Waters

Exploring the reef system and marine conservation zones in northeastern Australia

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park stands as an internationally significant marine protected area. By spanning a massive stretch of the Queensland coast, this protected landscape provides a critical framework for marine governance and reef conservation. Users can examine the unique zoning and distribution of coral reef habitats that define this extensive tropical ecosystem.

Area: 343,966 km²
Established: 1975
Climate: Tropical
Scope: Marine

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Atlas

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Kurrimine Beach National Park: Queensland National Park Landscape and Geographic Context

Explore the mapped boundaries and natural terrain.

Kurrimine Beach National Park stands as a distinct protected landscape within Queensland, Australia. This entry facilitates a deeper understanding of its geographic setting, mapped boundaries, and contribution to the regional atlas of natural areas. Users can explore its role as a national park and its place within the broader geographic context of northeastern Australia, focusing on its protected land status and landscape identity.

Area: 9.1 km²
Established: 1977
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Kurrimine Beach National Park Atlas

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Southwest

Maria Creek National Park: Queensland National Park's Protected Landscape Identity

Mapped geographic context and atlas exploration.

Maria Creek National Park represents a significant protected area within the expansive geography of Queensland, Australia. As a national park, it serves as a critical component of the regional landscape, offering a specific focus for atlas-driven discovery. Users exploring this destination can delve into the park's mapped boundaries, understand its role as a protected land entity, and appreciate its contribution to the natural geography of northeastern Australia. This dedicated entry provides essential context for understanding its unique identity within the broader conserved areas of the region.

Area: 7.49 km²
Established: 1972
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Maria Creek National Park details

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Clump Mountain National Park: Queensland's Tropical Rainforest Protected Area Atlas

Discover mapped rainforest terrain and key cassowary habitat.

Clump Mountain National Park in Queensland is a compact yet ecologically rich protected area focused on preserving tropical rainforest. This national park serves as vital habitat for the endangered southern cassowary, highlighting its importance within Australia's Wet Tropics region. Visitors can explore the mapped boundaries and understand the unique landscape context of this significant conservation site, offering a focused view of regional protected lands and their environmental significance.

Area: 2.82 km²
Established: 1963
IUCN: II
Climate: Tropical

Clump Mountain National Park Protected Area

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Djiru National Park: Protected Landscape and Geographic Context in Cassowary Coast Region

Explore its mapped boundaries and regional setting.

Djiru National Park serves as a critical protected landscape within the Cassowary Coast Region of Australia. This entry provides detailed geographic information, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its place within the regional atlas. Understand the protected-area significance and the surrounding natural terrain to enhance your geographic discovery.

Area: 41.4 km²
Established: 2005
IUCN: II
Climate: Tropical

Djiru National Park Atlas

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Moresby Range National Park National Park: Protected Landscape and Geographic Context

Explore the mapped boundaries and regional geography of this Australian park.

Delve into Moresby Range National Park, a key protected area situated within the Cassowary Coast Region of Queensland. This detail page provides an atlas-centric view of the park, focusing on its protected landscape identity and its specific geographic setting. Users can learn about its mapped terrain and its position within Australia's network of conservation landscapes, facilitating a deeper understanding of park geography.

Area: 2.79 km²
Established: 1973
IUCN: II
Relief: Upland

Moresby Range National Park National Park

National parkQueensland

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Japoon National Park: Protected Landscape Exploration and Geographic Mapping in Queensland

Discover mapped boundaries and regional context.

Uncover the protected landscape of Japoon National Park, a designated national park situated in Queensland, Australia. This entry facilitates a deeper understanding of its geographic position and mapped boundaries, essential for atlas-based exploration of Australia's protected areas. Engage with the park's inherent geographic identity and its role within the wider regional context of northeastern Australia, focusing on structured discovery and landscape context.

Area: 450 km²
Established: 1992
IUCN: II
Climate: Tropical

Japoon National Park Protected Area

National parkCassowary Coast Region

About 20 km away#8 closest

South

Family Islands National Park: A Protected Landscape in the Cassowary Coast Region

Explore its mapped boundaries and regional geographic context.

This entry provides detailed geographic context for Family Islands National Park, a designated national park situated within the Cassowary Coast Region. Focus on understanding the park's mapped protected area boundaries and its position within the natural landscape of Far North Queensland. The atlas perspective helps uncover the park's distinct terrain and regional setting for comprehensive discovery.

Area: 8.69 km²
Established: 1994
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Family Islands National Park Atlas

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Continue Exploring Barnard Island Group National Park's Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Deepen your understanding of Barnard Island Group National Park by examining its precise geographic boundaries and its role within the Cassowary Coast Region's atlas of protected areas. This dedicated entry provides the foundation for appreciating its mapped landscape and contributes to a comprehensive view of conservation efforts. Uncover more about the park's regional geography and its contribution to Australia's protected lands.

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