Last Shark Attack in Italy

The most recent recorded shark attack in Italy occurred on Ca. 725 B.C. at Krater found during excavations at Lacco Ameno, Ischia. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was shipwreck at the time of the incident.

Date: Ca. 725 B.C.
Location: Krater found during excavations at Lacco Ameno, Ischia
Outcome: Fatal
Species: Unidentified
Activity: Shipwreck
Victim: males

What happened

Depicts shipwrecked sailors attacked by a shark/s

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Previous recorded incidents in Italy

Cala del Corvo, Isola del GiglioInvalid Date
Finale LigureInvalid Date
Torino di SangroAug 17, 2018
ItalyMar 28, 2015
MuraveraJun 9, 2012

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Italy?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Italy was on Ca. 725 B.C., at Krater found during excavations at Lacco Ameno, Ischia.

Was the latest shark attack in Italy fatal?

Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Krater found during excavations at Lacco Ameno, Ischia was fatal.

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