Shark Attacks in 1911

In 1911, the Global Shark Attack File logged 16 shark attacks worldwide — 41.0% below the historical annual average. 8 were fatal (50.0%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 8.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

50.0%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

41% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1911

Country	Recorded incidents
United States	8
Australia	3
South Africa	2
New Zealand	2
Spain	1

Notable incidents in 1911

Pensacola Bay, Escambia County, United StatesNon-fatal
1911-11-08· Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed
Off Charleston, United StatesFatal
1911-10-26· Fell overboard from steamship Rio Grande
Great Barrier Reef, AustraliaNon-fatal
1911-10-25· Diving
Galveston Ship Channel, United StatesFatal
1911-09-23· Jumped overboard to rescue companion
Pensacola Bay, Escambia County, United States

1910 All years →1912

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1911?

The Global Shark Attack File records 16 shark attacks worldwide in 1911, with 8 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1911?

50.0% of shark attacks recorded in 1911 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1911?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1911 were United States (8), Australia (3), South Africa (2).