Bull Shark attacks

266 attacks recorded
Bull shark attacks
Date Country Location Fatal?  
Apr 26th 2011 USA Florida N Details
Apr 13th 2011 Indonesia Bali N Details
Mar 23rd 2011 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jan 1st 1970 Australia Queensland N Details
Oct 9th 2010 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jun 27th 2010 USA Texas N Details
Dec 22nd 2009 Mozambique Maputo Province N Details
Dec 20th 2009 Australia Queensland N Details
Jan 1st 1970 Mozambique Inhambane N Details
Jan 1st 1970 Australia Western Australia N Details
Sep 26th 2009 USA Florida N Details
Aug 1st 2009 USA Louisiana N Details
31-July-2009 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
Feb 11th 2009 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jan 25th 2009 Cuba Guantanamo Bay N Details
Jan-2009 Cuba N Details
Dec-2008 Mozambique Y Details
Aug 16th 2008 USA US Virgin Islands N Details
Jun 28th 2008 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
Jun 26th 2008 USA North Carolina N Details
Jun 1st 2008 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
May 7th 2008 New Caledonia N Details
Apr 26th 2008 New Caledonia N Details
Apr 8th 2008 Australia New South Wales Y Details
Feb 24th 2008 Bahamas Northern Bahamas Y Details
Aug 15th 2007 USA Florida N Details
Aug 7th 2007 USA Florida N Details
Jan 1st 1970 USA Florida N Details
Nov 9th 2006 South Africa Eastern Cape Province N Details
Jul 23rd 2006 USA Texas N Details
Jul 10th 2006 Brazil Pernambuco Y Details
Jul 8th 2006 USA South Carolina N Details
Apr 13th 2006 USA Florida N Details
Jan 7th 2006 Australia Queensland Y Details
Sep 5th 2005 USA North Carolina N Details
Aug 1st 2005 Seychelles Inner Islands Y Details
Jun 27th 2005 USA Florida N Details
Jun 25th 2005 USA Florida Y Details
Feb 26th 2005 Australia Queensland N Details
Dec 11th 2004 Australia Queensland Y Details
Oct 31st 2004 Cuba Camaguey N Details
Oct 6th 2004 Reunion Conservat N Details
Jul 25th 2004 USA Texas N Details
May 23rd 2004 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
Mar 31st 2004 USA Florida N Details
Mar 29th 2004 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
Mar 28th 2004 USA Florida N Details
Jan 21st 2004 Venezuela Anzoategui N Details
Jan 21st 2004 Venezuela Anzoategui N Details
Aug 29th 2003 USA Texas N Details
Jul 4th 2003 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
Apr 23rd 2003 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
Feb 8th 2003 Australia Queensland Y Details
Jan 3rd 2003 Costa Rica North Pacific coast N Details
Dec 16th 2002 Australia Queensland Y Details
Oct 14th 2002 Brazil Pernambuco Y Details
Sep 16th 2002 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
Jul 20th 2002 USA North Carolina N Details
Jul 10th 2002 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
Jul 4th 2002 USA North Carolina N Details
Jan 1st 1970 Costa Rica N Details
Apr 9th 2002 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
Feb 7th 2002 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jan 4th 2002 South Africa KZN N Details
Sep 1st 2001 USA Virginia Y Details
Aug 31st 2001 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
Aug 16th 2001 Bahamas Grand Bahama Island N Details
Jul 6th 2001 USA Florida N Details
Nov 10th 2000 USA Florida N Details
Sep 8th 2000 Tanzania Y Details
Aug 30th 2000 USA Florida Y Details
Aug-2000 Tanzania Y Details
Jul-2000 Tanzania Y Details
Jun 13th 2000 USA Florida N Details
Jun 9th 2000 USA Alabama N Details
Jun 9th 2000 USA Alabama N Details
May 13th 2000 New Caledonia South Province N Details
Dec 26th 1999 Brazil Pernambuco N Details
Aug 5th 1999 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
Jul 26th 1999 USA Florida N Details
Apr 11th 1999 Reunion Etang Sal Y Details
Jan 29th 1999 Mauritius N Details
Jan 3rd 1999 Reunion Saint Leu Y Details
Jan 3rd 1997 Reunion Y Details
Sep 13th 1995 USA Florida Y Details
May 26th 1995 USA Florida N Details
Jul 9th 1994 Reunion St. Denis Y Details
Apr 15th 1994 Reunion St. Joseph Y Details
Oct 26th 1993 USA Florida N Details
Aug 15th 1993 USA North Carolina N Details
Jun 28th 1992 Reunion St Paul Y Details
Jan 23rd 1992 South Africa KZN N Details
Jun 7th 1991 USA Florida N Details
Mar 5th 1990 Reunion Sainte Marie N Details
Sep 13th 1988 USA Florida Y Details
Feb 13th 1988 South Africa KZN N Details
No date, Before 1987 Iran Khuzestan Province N Details
Oct-1986 USA Florida N Details
1985 Iran Y Details
Dec 7th 1983 South Africa KZN N Details
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Bull Shark

Bull shark attacks have garnered attention due to the species' unique ability to thrive in both saltwater and freshwater environments, bringing them into closer proximity with humans. Scientifically known as Carcharhinus leucas, bull sharks are formidable predators found in warm coastal waters, rivers, and estuaries around the world. Responsible for a large proportion of shark attacks globally, bull sharks are considered one of the most dangerous species due to their aggressive behavior and preference for shallower waters.

Bull shark attacks on humans have occurred in various regions, including hundreds of miles inland from the ocean. The aggressive nature of bull sharks, coupled with their territorial tendencies, increases the likelihood of accidental encounters with swimmers, surfers, and fishermen. 

Though the number of bull shark attacks is still very small, their powerful bites and tenacity can result in serious injuries. Factors contributing to bull shark attacks include murky water conditions, proximity to estuarine environments, and the presence of baitfish or other potential prey. It is essential for individuals in known bull shark habitats to exercise caution and adhere to local safety guidelines.

Efforts in understanding and mitigating bull shark-human interactions include public awareness campaigns, improved monitoring, and research initiatives. While the risk of a bull shark attack remains relatively low, fostering a coexistence with these apex predators involves respecting their habitats and adopting precautionary measures to minimize potential encounters and enhance safety for both humans and sharks alike.

Attacks by country

  • USA (91)
  • AUSTRALIA (48)
  • SOUTH AFRICA (22)
  • REUNION (17)
  • BAHAMAS (15)
  • MOZAMBIQUE (10)
  • IRAN (10)
  • NEW CALEDONIA (9)
  • BRAZIL (9)
  • IRAQ (5)