Shark Attacks in 1963

In 1963, the Global Shark Attack File logged 61 shark attacks worldwide — 125.2% above the historical annual average. 14 were fatal (23.0%). South Africa accounted for the most incidents that year, with 11.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

23.0%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

125% above

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1963

Country	Recorded incidents
South Africa	11
Australia	11
United States	11
Papua New Guinea	5
Fiji	5

Species most often involved in 1963

Species	Recorded incidents
White shark	7
Zambesi shark	3
Tiger shark	3
Shark involvement prior to death was not confirmed	3
Invalid	2

Counts based on the species field in the Global Shark Attack File. Species identification in incident reports is not always reliable.

Notable incidents in 1963

1962 All years →1964

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1963?

The Global Shark Attack File records 61 shark attacks worldwide in 1963, with 14 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1963?

23.0% of shark attacks recorded in 1963 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1963?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1963 were South Africa (11), Australia (11), United States (11).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1963 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1963 were White shark, Zambesi shark, Tiger shark.