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Shark Attacks in 2005

In 2005, the Global Shark Attack File logged 103 shark attacks worldwide — 277.5% above the historical annual average. 7 were fatal (6.8%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 52.

Total recorded

103

Fatal

7

Fatality rate

6.8%

Global avg 21.2%

vs. annual avg

278% above

Hist. avg 27.3/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 2005

CountryRecorded incidents
United States52
Australia21
South Africa9
New Zealand2
New Caledonia2

Species most often involved in 2005

SpeciesRecorded incidents
White Shark17
Tiger Shark7
Bull Shark4
Bronze Whaler4
Blacktip Shark3

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

Notable incidents in 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 2005?
The Global Shark Attack File records 103 shark attacks worldwide in 2005, with 7 fatalities.
What was the shark attack fatality rate in 2005?
6.8% of shark attacks recorded in 2005 were fatal.
Which countries had the most shark attacks in 2005?
The countries with the most recorded incidents in 2005 were United States (52), Australia (21), South Africa (9).
Which shark species were most often involved in 2005 attacks?
Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 2005 were White Shark, Tiger Shark, Bull Shark.