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Last Shark Attack in France

The most recent recorded shark attack in France occurred on 2026-02-22 at Nouvelle-Calédonie. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark.

Date
2026-02-22
Location
Nouvelle-Calédonie
Outcome
Fatal
Species
Unidentified
Activity
Not recorded

What happened

Limited details on the incident itself were recorded in the source database.

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Previous recorded incidents in France

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in France?
The most recent recorded shark attack in France was on 2026-02-22, at Nouvelle-Calédonie.
Was the latest shark attack in France fatal?
Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Nouvelle-Calédonie was fatal.

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