Shark Attacks in 1924

In 1924, the Global Shark Attack File logged 19 shark attacks worldwide — 29.9% below the historical annual average. 5 were fatal (26.3%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 6.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

26.3%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

30% below

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1924

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	6
United States	4
Panama	2
South Africa	2
Mexico	1

Species most often involved in 1924

Species	Recorded incidents
1.8 m shark	1
10' shark	1
Mako shark	1
12' shark	1
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 1924

1923 All years →1925

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1924?

The Global Shark Attack File records 19 shark attacks worldwide in 1924, with 5 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1924?

26.3% of shark attacks recorded in 1924 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1924?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1924 were Australia (6), United States (4), Panama (2).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1924 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1924 were 1.8 m shark, 10' shark, Mako shark.