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Shark Attacks in 1993

In 1993, the Global Shark Attack File logged 56 shark attacks worldwide — 105.3% above the historical annual average. 16 were fatal (28.6%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 22.

Total recorded

56

Fatal

16

Fatality rate

28.6%

Global avg 21.2%

vs. annual avg

105% above

Hist. avg 27.3/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1993

CountryRecorded incidents
United States22
Australia7
Somalia4
Tonga3
Brazil3

Species most often involved in 1993

SpeciesRecorded incidents
White Shark15
Tiger Shark5
Bull Shark2
Blacktip Shark1
Bronze Whaler1

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

Notable incidents in 1993

1992All years →1994

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1993?
The Global Shark Attack File records 56 shark attacks worldwide in 1993, with 16 fatalities.
What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1993?
28.6% of shark attacks recorded in 1993 were fatal.
Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1993?
The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1993 were United States (22), Australia (7), Somalia (4).
Which shark species were most often involved in 1993 attacks?
Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1993 were White Shark, Tiger Shark, Bull Shark.