Last Shark Attack in Marshall Islands

The most recent recorded shark attack in Marshall Islands occurred on Nov-1999 at Island J4H. The incident was non-fatal and involved Grey Reef Shark. The victim was swimming at the time of the incident.

Date: Nov-1999
Location: Island J4H
Outcome: Non-fatal
Species: Grey Reef Shark
Activity: Swimming
Victim: Dally Bayo

What happened

Lacerations to leg

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Previous recorded incidents in Marshall Islands

Island J4HOct 31, 1999
Kwajalein AtollAug 22, 1999
Enewetak AtollApr 1, 1978
Enewetak AtollApr 1, 1978
Marshall IslandsJan 1, 1972

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Marshall Islands?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Marshall Islands was on Nov-1999, at Island J4H.

Was the latest shark attack in Marshall Islands fatal?

No — the most recent recorded incident at Island J4H was non-fatal.

What species was involved in the latest Marshall Islands shark attack?

The most recent recorded incident in Marshall Islands involved Grey Reef Shark.

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