Shark Attacks in 1919

In 1919, the Global Shark Attack File logged 14 shark attacks worldwide — 48.3% below the historical annual average. 5 were fatal (35.7%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 7.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

35.7%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

48% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1919

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	7
United States	4
Italy	1
Costa Rica	1
New Zealand	1

Notable incidents in 1919

Brible Island, AustraliaNon-fatal
1919-12-30· Swimming
Pelican Island, Macleay River, AustraliaFatal
1919-12-07· Swimming
Darwin, AustraliaNon-fatal
1919-11-18· Sitting in a boat
Where Colorado River enters the sea, Costa RicaFatal
1919-09-11· Small vessel with 13 men on board capsized crossing the bar and 6 men drowned. The 7 survivors were swimming to shore
Gadsden Point, Tampa Bay, United States

1918 All years →1920

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1919?

The Global Shark Attack File records 14 shark attacks worldwide in 1919, with 5 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1919?

35.7% of shark attacks recorded in 1919 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1919?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1919 were Australia (7), United States (4), Italy (1).