Shark Attacks in 1930

In 1930, the Global Shark Attack File logged 26 shark attacks worldwide — in line with the historical annual average. 8 were fatal (30.8%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 10.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

30.8%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

in line with

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1930

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	10
United States	4
South Africa	3
Honduras	1
Portugal	1

Species most often involved in 1930

Species	Recorded incidents
Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed	2
White shark	2
7 shark's teeth found embedded in the woodwork of the boat	1
Tiger 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 1930

1929 All years →1931

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1930?

The Global Shark Attack File records 26 shark attacks worldwide in 1930, with 8 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1930?

30.8% of shark attacks recorded in 1930 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1930?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1930 were Australia (10), United States (4), South Africa (3).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1930 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1930 were Shark involvement prior to death unconfirmed, White shark, 7 shark's teeth found embedded in the woodwork of the boat.