Shark Attacks in 1915

In 1915, the Global Shark Attack File logged 12 shark attacks worldwide — 55.7% below the historical annual average. 3 were fatal (25.0%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 6.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

25.0%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

56% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1915

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	6
United States	2
Mexico	2
Egypt	1
New Zealand	1

Species most often involved in 1915

Species	Recorded incidents
Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed	2
3 m [10'] shark	1
Reported to involve a	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 1915

1914 All years →1916

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1915?

The Global Shark Attack File records 12 shark attacks worldwide in 1915, with 3 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1915?

25.0% of shark attacks recorded in 1915 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1915?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1915 were Australia (6), United States (2), Mexico (2).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1915 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1915 were Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed, 3 m [10'] shark, Reported to involve a.