Shark Attacks in 1968

In 1968, the Global Shark Attack File logged 47 shark attacks worldwide — 73.4% above the historical annual average. 5 were fatal (10.6%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 15.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

10.6%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

73% above

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1968

Country	Recorded incidents
United States	15
Australia	8
South Africa	5
Papua New Guinea	4
New Zealand	3

Species most often involved in 1968

Species	Recorded incidents
White Shark	4
Bronze Whaler	2
Blue Shark	2
Caribbean Reef Shark	1
Scalloped Hammerhead	1

Counts based on the species field in the Global Shark Attack File. Species identification in incident reports is not always reliable.

Notable incidents in 1968

1967 All years →1969

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1968?

The Global Shark Attack File records 47 shark attacks worldwide in 1968, with 5 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1968?

10.6% of shark attacks recorded in 1968 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1968?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1968 were United States (15), Australia (8), South Africa (5).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1968 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1968 were White Shark, Bronze Whaler, Blue Shark.