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Written by the Maui Snorkeling team, operating Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, and Coral Garden tours out of Ma\u02bbalaea Harbor since 1985. Tours are led by USCG\u2011licensed captains aboard a USCG\u2011inspected passenger vessel.<\/a> We spend more days in these waters than on land.<\/p>\n

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Last updated: January 2026<\/p>\n

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Quick Answer:<\/strong> Maui has four booby species you might see\u2014Red-footed<\/strong>, Brown<\/strong>, Masked<\/strong>, and (more rarely) Cocos<\/strong>. Your best odds are offshore on boat crossings<\/strong> (especially near Molokini); from land, scan rocky points<\/strong> with binoculars\u2014and never approach nesting areas or attempt to land on seabird sanctuaries.<\/p>\n

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Aloha! When you think of Maui, you probably picture clear waters, colorful fish, and lush green mountains. Our island paradise is known for great snorkeling and the chance to swim with sea turtles and colorful coral reefs. But you might also see another amazing group of residents flying above or nesting along the shore. We\u2019re talking about booby birds<\/strong><\/em>\u2014a fun name for some of Hawaii\u2019s most amazing seabirds!<\/p>\n

These aren’t your everyday pigeons, folks. Boobies are sleek, agile seabirds with a knack for dramatic dives and distinctive appearances. Spotting one during your Maui vacation is a real treat, adding another layer of wonder to your island experience. While the name might sound a little silly, these birds are anything but! They are skilled hunters and captivating to watch.<\/p>\n

While you may not see all the booby bird species found worldwide in Maui, we do have some special visitors. These birds either call our islands home or stop by during their time at sea. Let’s take a closer look at the booby birds<\/strong> you might encounter during your Maui adventures.<\/p>\n

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Quick ID Cheat Sheet: Booby Birds in Maui<\/strong><\/caption>\n

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Red-footed booby<\/th>\n

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 Bright red\/orange feet<\/strong> (adults); often shows a pale\/blue tone at the base of the bill. Plumage varies (white or brown \u201cmorphs\u201d). <\/td>\n

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 Best spotted from boats<\/strong> and around offshore islets<\/strong>; nests in shrubs\/low trees<\/strong> on remote islands. <\/td>\n

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Brown booby<\/th>\n

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 Chocolate-brown<\/strong> body with a clear white belly<\/strong>; often flies low over water and plunge-dives. <\/td>\n

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 Frequently seen nearshore<\/strong> along rocky points\/cliffs and on boat crossings. <\/td>\n

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Masked booby<\/th>\n

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 Mostly white<\/strong> with dark wings\/tail<\/strong> and a darker \u201cmask\u201d on the face; long yellow\/orange bill. <\/td>\n

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 More offshore<\/strong>; commonly spotted on boat trips and near remote islands. <\/td>\n

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Cocos booby<\/th>\n

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 Rare\/less common.<\/strong> Looks most similar to a brown booby<\/strong>. May show a noticeably paler head\/neck<\/strong> (especially males), a darker-looking eye<\/strong>, and in flight can show more brown in the underwing coverts<\/strong>. ID can be subtle\u2014photos help. <\/td>\n

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 Usually a lucky offshore sighting<\/strong> (most likely from a boat). <\/td>\n

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Where To See Booby Birds In Maui<\/h2>\n