Home / Shark Attacks / 1909 Shark Attacks in 1909 In 1909, the Global Shark Attack File logged 18 shark attacks worldwide — 33.6% below the historical annual average. 8 were fatal (44.4%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 6.
Fatality rate
44.4%
Global avg 21.1%
vs. annual avg
34% below
Hist. avg 27.1/yr
Countries with the most incidents in 1909 Notable incidents in 1909 Frequently Asked Questions How many shark attacks were there in 1909? ▾ The Global Shark Attack File records 18 shark attacks worldwide in 1909, with 8 fatalities.
What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1909? ▾ 44.4% of shark attacks recorded in 1909 were fatal.
Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1909? ▾ The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1909 were United States (6), Australia (4), South Africa (2).
Fatal
1909-08-12 · Fell overboard from fishing schooner Halycon
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