2002 Shark Attacks: Global Statistics & Year in Review

Countries with the most incidents in 2002

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

How many shark attacks were there in 2002?

The Global Shark Attack File records 88 shark attacks worldwide in 2002, with 10 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 2002?

11.4% of shark attacks recorded in 2002 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 2002?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 2002 were United States (49), Australia (13), Brazil (7).

Which shark species were most often involved in 2002 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 2002 were Tiger Shark, Bull Shark, White Shark.