Shark Attacks in 2014

In 2014, the Global Shark Attack File logged 126 shark attacks worldwide — 365.2% above the historical annual average. 7 were fatal (5.6%). United States accounted for the most incidents that year, with 65.

Total recorded

126

Fatal

Fatality rate

5.6%

Global avg 21.1%

vs. annual avg

365% above

Hist. avg 27.1/yr

Countries with the most incidents in 2014

Country	Recorded incidents
United States	65
Australia	29
South Africa	6
Spain	4
Bahamas	3

Species most often involved in 2014

Species	Recorded incidents
White shark	11
Bull shark	8
4' to	4
Shark involvement not confirmed	4
No shark involvement	3

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

Notable incidents in 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many shark attacks were there in 2014?

The Global Shark Attack File records 126 shark attacks worldwide in 2014, with 7 fatalities.

What was the shark attack fatality rate in 2014?

5.6% of shark attacks recorded in 2014 were fatal.

Which countries had the most shark attacks in 2014?

The countries with the most recorded incidents in 2014 were United States (65), Australia (29), South Africa (6).

Which shark species were most often involved in 2014 attacks?

Based on incident records, the most frequently identified species in 2014 were White shark, Bull shark, 4' to.