Shark Attacks in 1912

In 1912, the Global Shark Attack File logged 14 shark attacks worldwide — 48.3% below the historical annual average. 7 were fatal (50.0%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 5.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

50.0%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

48% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1912

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	5
United States	2
Philippines	1
Solomon Islands	1
South Africa	1

Species most often involved in 1912

Species	Recorded incidents
8' shark	1
Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed	1
2.8 m [9'3"] whaler shark captured	1
C. macrurus captured	1
White 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 1912

1911 All years →1913

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1912?

The Global Shark Attack File records 14 shark attacks worldwide in 1912, with 7 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1912?

50.0% of shark attacks recorded in 1912 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1912?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1912 were Australia (5), United States (2), Philippines (1).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1912 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1912 were 8' shark, Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed, 2.8 m [9'3"] whaler shark captured.