1942 Shark Attacks: Global Statistics & Year in Review

Countries with the most incidents in 1942

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 1942?

The Global Shark Attack File records 41 shark attacks worldwide in 1942, with 16 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1942?

39.0% of shark attacks recorded in 1942 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1942?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1942 were Australia (8), South Africa (5), Solomon Islands (5).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1942 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1942 were Tiger Shark, Bull Shark, White Shark.