Shark Attacks in 1950

In 1950, the Global Shark Attack File logged 43 shark attacks worldwide — 58.8% above the historical annual average. 10 were fatal (23.3%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 13.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

23.3%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

59% above

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1950

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	13
United States	9
South Africa	5
New Caledonia	2
Italy	2

Species most often involved in 1950

Species	Recorded incidents
White shark	4
Shark involvement prior to death was not confirmed	2
2' shark	1
10' shark	1
4' 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 1950

1949 All years →1951

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1950?

The Global Shark Attack File records 43 shark attacks worldwide in 1950, with 10 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1950?

23.3% of shark attacks recorded in 1950 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1950?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1950 were Australia (13), United States (9), South Africa (5).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1950 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1950 were White shark, Shark involvement prior to death was not confirmed, 2' shark.