Shark Attacks in 1904

In 1904, the Global Shark Attack File logged 14 shark attacks worldwide — 48.3% below the historical annual average. 10 were fatal (71.4%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 4.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

71.4%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

48% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1904

Country	Recorded incidents
United States	4
Philippines	2
Cuba	2
Italy	1
Australia	1

Species most often involved in 1904

Species	Recorded incidents
Questionable	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 1904

1903 All years →1905

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1904?

The Global Shark Attack File records 14 shark attacks worldwide in 1904, with 10 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1904?

71.4% of shark attacks recorded in 1904 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1904?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1904 were United States (4), Philippines (2), Cuba (2).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1904 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1904 were Questionable.