Shark Attacks in 1903

In 1903, the Global Shark Attack File logged 10 shark attacks worldwide — 63.1% below the historical annual average. 8 were fatal (80.0%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 4.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

80.0%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

63% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1903

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	4
United States	2
Cuba	1
Mexico	1

Species most often involved in 1903

Species	Recorded incidents
9' shark	1
Bull shark	1

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

Notable incidents in 1903

1902 All years →1904

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1903?

The Global Shark Attack File records 10 shark attacks worldwide in 1903, with 8 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1903?

80.0% of shark attacks recorded in 1903 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1903?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1903 were Australia (4), United States (2), Cuba (1).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1903 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1903 were 9' shark, Bull shark.