Shark, 2024

Shark attacks — and fatalities — dropped in 2024. Here's where most unprovoked bites occurred.
The number of shark attacks, including deadly bites, dropped substantially worldwide in 2024, according to a new report.
Unprovoked shark attacks dropped to record low in 2024
2024 was an exceptionally calm year for shark bites, with only 47 unprovoked attacks recorded around the globe.
Shark attack data: US again has the most reported bites, with Florida leading the way
The U.S. is again leading the way. While shark attacks dropped around the world and in the U.S. last year, the U.S. again had the highest reported number of unprovoked bites.
International Shark Attack File Report: Unprovoked shark bites plummeted in 2024
Worldwide, there were only 47 unprovoked attacks, down 22 from the previous year and well below the 10-year average of 70.
33% of Shark Attacks Involved Surfers in 2024; Here’s Why
In short, shark attacks were down last year. “2024 was an exceptionally calm year for shark bites,” begins a press release about the new report. “Worldwide, there were only 47 unprovoked attacks, down 22 from the previous year and well below the 10-year average of 70.
Florida again shark attack capital of the world with most shark bites in 2024. Here's where
Florida is once again tops in the world for the number of unprovoked shark bites, even as the overall number of attacks declined in 2024. An annual report by the International Shark Attack File (ISAF) shows 47 confirmed unprovoked shark bites globally,
US has most reported shark bites, with one state leading the way
While shark attacks dropped around the world and in the U.S. in 2024, the U.S. again had the highest reported number of unprovoked bites. There were a total of 28 reported incidents in the U.S., with half of them happening off Florida,
Which U.S. State Has the Most Shark Attacks? The Answer Is Shocking!
Shark attacks are rare, but some U.S. states experience more encounters than others. Which state leads the country in recorded shark attacks, and why? The answer may surprise you! Find out where these incidents happen most and what factors contribute to them.

Shark, Bahamas and American women

Teen Kayaker Films Great White Shark Chasing Him as He Paddles to Escape: 'Don’t Attack Me, Bro'
Matt Wells, 19, was recently fishing alone near Cape Rēinga when he encountered the great white shark, according to The New Zealand Herald . Using his fishing camera, which he also records YouTube ...
Shark attacks: US led the world in 2024. Where else does danger lurk in the water?
"exceptionally quiet year" for shark attacks. But the U.S. still led the globe - again. See where the fatal attacks happened.
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Shark attack in Bahamas leaves two Americans injured
Two Americans were injured in a shark attack in the Bahamas. The incident occurred in Bimini Bay. "Immediately I knew that I ...
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17-Year-Old Girl Dies from 'Serious Shark Bite' Within 100 Yards of Popular Tourist Beach: Reports
A teenage girl was fatally injured while swimming near Bribie Island in Australia on Monday, Feb. 3, according to reports Getty A teenage girl has reportedly died following a shark attack at a ...
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Shark kills teen girl swimming off Australia coast in country's third fatal attack in less than 6 weeks
Sydney, Australia — A shark bit and killed a 17-year-old girl swimming off an eastern Australian island on Monday, officials said, in the country's third reported fatal attack in just over five ...
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Reports: Shark attacks, kills Australian teen in country's 3rd attack in less than 6 weeks
Another man, who was also spearfishing, was also hospitalized after a shark attack earlier this month, reported ABC News. According to the Queensland Government, "shark bites in Queensland ...