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Shark Attacks in 2001

In 2001, the Global Shark Attack File logged 92 shark attacks worldwide — 237.2% above the historical annual average. 6 were fatal (6.5%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 58.

Total recorded

92

Fatal

6

Fatality rate

6.5%

Global avg 21.2%

vs. annual avg

237% above

Hist. avg 27.3/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 2001

CountryRecorded incidents
United States58
Australia13
South Africa3
Bahamas3
Brazil3

Species most often involved in 2001

SpeciesRecorded incidents
White Shark9
Spinner Shark9
Bull Shark4
Bronze Whaler4
Tiger Shark3

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

Notable incidents in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 2001?
The Global Shark Attack File records 92 shark attacks worldwide in 2001, with 6 fatalities.
What was the shark attack fatality rate in 2001?
6.5% of shark attacks recorded in 2001 were fatal.
Which countries had the most shark attacks in 2001?
The countries with the most recorded incidents in 2001 were United States (58), Australia (13), South Africa (3).
Which shark species were most often involved in 2001 attacks?
Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 2001 were White Shark, Spinner Shark, Bull Shark.