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Shark Attacks in 1931

In 1931, the Global Shark Attack File logged 29 shark attacks worldwide — 6.3% above the historical annual average. 8 were fatal (27.6%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 11.

Total recorded

29

Fatal

8

Fatality rate

27.6%

Global avg 21.2%

vs. annual avg

6% above

Hist. avg 27.3/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1931

CountryRecorded incidents
United States11
Australia9
Cuba3
Turkey1
Fiji1

Species most often involved in 1931

SpeciesRecorded incidents
Tiger 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 1931

1930All years →1932

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1931?
The Global Shark Attack File records 29 shark attacks worldwide in 1931, with 8 fatalities.
What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1931?
27.6% of shark attacks recorded in 1931 were fatal.
Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1931?
The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1931 were United States (11), Australia (9), Cuba (3).
Which shark species were most often involved in 1931 attacks?
Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1931 were Tiger Shark.