Shark Attacks in 1977

In 1977, the Global Shark Attack File logged 26 shark attacks worldwide — in line with the historical annual average. 4 were fatal (15.4%). Australia accounted for the most incidents that year, with 9.

Total recorded

Fatal

Fatality rate

15.4%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

in line with

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 1977

Country	Recorded incidents
Australia	9
United States	8
South Africa	7
New Caledonia	1
Mexico	1

Species most often involved in 1977

Species	Recorded incidents
White shark	4
Bull shark	2
Tiger shark	1
3 m [10'] white shark (Tooth recovered from boat)	1
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 1977

1976 All years →1978

Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 1977?

The Global Shark Attack File records 26 shark attacks worldwide in 1977, with 4 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 1977?

15.4% of shark attacks recorded in 1977 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 1977?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 1977 were Australia (9), United States (8), South Africa (7).

Which shark species were most often involved in 1977 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 1977 were White shark, Bull shark, Tiger shark.