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Shark Attacks in 1991

In 1991, the Global Shark Attack File logged 39 shark attacks worldwide — 42.9% above the historical annual average. 6 were fatal (15.4%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 23.

Total recorded

39

Fatal

6

Fatality rate

15.4%

Global avg 21.2%

vs. annual avg

43% above

Hist. avg 27.3/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1991

CountryRecorded incidents
United States23
Australia7
Hong Kong3
South Africa2
Reunion1

Species most often involved in 1991

SpeciesRecorded incidents
White Shark8
Tiger Shark5
Lemon Shark2
Blacktip Shark1
Nurse Shark1

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

Notable incidents in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1991?
The Global Shark Attack File records 39 shark attacks worldwide in 1991, with 6 fatalities.
What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1991?
15.4% of shark attacks recorded in 1991 were fatal.
Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1991?
The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1991 were United States (23), Australia (7), Hong Kong (3).
Which shark species were most often involved in 1991 attacks?
Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1991 were White Shark, Tiger Shark, Lemon Shark.