Shark Attacks in 1971

In 1971, the Global Shark Attack File logged 30 shark attacks worldwide — 10.8% above the historical annual average. 8 were fatal (26.7%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 7.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

26.7%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

11% above

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1971

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	7
United States	6
South Africa	4
Venezuela	2
Croatia	2

Species most often involved in 1971

Species	Recorded incidents
White shark	9
3.6 m porbeagle shark	1
2 m [6'9"] shark	1
White shark according to tooth pattern and witnesses	1
5' to	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 1971

1970 All years →1972

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1971?

The Global Shark Attack File records 30 shark attacks worldwide in 1971, with 8 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1971?

26.7% of shark attacks recorded in 1971 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1971?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1971 were Australia (7), United States (6), South Africa (4).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1971 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1971 were White shark, 3.6 m porbeagle shark, 2 m [6'9"] shark.