Bull Shark attacks

264 attacks recorded
Bull shark attacks
Date Country Location Fatal?  
Jan 29th 2024 Australia New South Wales N Details
Nov 30th 2023 Australia Queensland N Details
May 11th 2023 USA Florida N Details
Apr 23rd 2023 USA Florida N Details
Feb 19th 2023 New Caledonia South Province Y Details
Feb 4th 2023 Australia Western Australia Y Details
29 Jan--2023 New Caledonia South Province N Details
Oct 7th 2022 Australia Western Australia N Details
Sep 22nd 2022 USA Florida N Details
Sep 6th 2022 Bahamas Y Details
Aug 13th 2022 USA Florida N Details
May 20th 2022 Australia Western Australia N Details
Mar 15th 2022 Australia New South Wales N Details
Feb 8th 2022 Costa Rica Guanacoste N Details
Aug 21st 2021 USA Florida N Details
Jul 23rd 2021 Thailand Chanthaburi Province N Details
Jul 4th 2021 USA BAHAMAS N Details
Mar 27th 2021 Australia Western Australia N Details
Feb 20th 2021 Australia Queensland N Details
Jan 13th 2021 Australia Western Australia N Details
Nov 22nd 2020 Australia Western Australia Y Details
Sep 20th 2020 USA Florida N Details
Jul 22nd 2020 USA North Carolina N Details
Jul 14th 2020 USA Florida N Details
Jun 22nd 2020 USA Florida N Details
May 31st 2020 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
May 30th 2020 Australia Queensland N Details
May 28th 2020 Thailand Muang district of Satun province, N Details
Apr 7th 2020 USA Florida N Details
Jul 9th 2019 Australia Queensland N Details
Jun 16th 2019 USA Georgia N Details
May 25th 2019 New Caledonia Noumea N Details
Feb 2nd 2019 USA Florida N Details
Oct 19th 2018 Australia New South Wales N Details
Sep 28th 2018 Australia Northern Territory N Details
Aug 9th 2018 USA Texas N Details
May 26th 2018 USA Florida N Details
Apr 15th 2018 Thailand Hua Hin N Details
Apr 5th 2018 Bahamas N Details
Feb 15th 2018 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jan 28th 2018 Australia Western Australia N Details
Jan 21st 2018 New Caledonia N Details
Jul 9th 2017 USA Florida N Details
Jun 18th 2017 USA South Carolina N Details
Jun 18th 2017 Reunion N Details
Apr 2nd 2017 USA Florida N Details
Feb 25th 2017 Australia Western Australia N Details
Jan 21st 2017 Australia Queensland N Details
Jan 9th 2017 Indonesia Bali N Details
Jan 1st 1970 Australia Queensland N Details
Aug 29th 2016 USA Florida N Details
Aug 27th 2016 Reunion N Details
Jul 23rd 2016 Bahamas Abaco Islands N Details
May 21st 2016 USA Florida N Details
Apr 25th 2016 Indonesia Bali N Details
Apr 13th 2016 USA Florida N Details
Jan 24th 2016 USA Texas N Details
Dec 11th 2015 Bahamas N Details
Nov 10th 2015 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jul 22nd 2015 Reunion N Details
Jun 27th 2015 USA North Carolina N Details
Jun 14th 2015 USA North Carolina N Details
Jun 14th 2015 USA North Carolina N Details
Jun 7th 2015 USA Florida N Details
Jun 1st 2015 Reunion Le Port N Details
May 9th 2015 New Caledonia Y Details
Apr 12th 2015 Reunion Saint-Gilles-les-Bains Y Details
Apr 3rd 2015 USA Florida N Details
Jan 30th 2015 Australia Queensland N Details
Oct 14th 2014 USA South Carolina N Details
Sep 6th 2014 USA Alabama N Details
Jan 1st 1970 USA Florida N Details
Aug 12th 2014 USA Florida N Details
Aug 9th 2014 Bahamas N Details
Aug 8th 2014 USA Louisiana N Details
Jun 1st 2014 USA Florida N Details
May 24th 2014 Australia Queensland N Details
Dec 25th 2013 New Caledonia North Province N Details
Oct 26th 2013 Reunion d N Details
Oct 10th 2013 USA Florida N Details
Sep 14th 2013 USA Florida N Details
Aug 11th 2013 USA South Carolina N Details
Aug 5th 2013 USA Florida N Details
Jun 25th 2013 USA Florida N Details
May 8th 2013 Reunion St Gilles Y Details
Apr 13th 2013 USA Florida N Details
Dec 28th 2012 Australia New South Wales N Details
Sep 10th 2012 Tonga Vava'u N Details
Aug 6th 2012 Reunion N Details
Jun 26th 2012 USA Florida N Details
May 29th 2012 Mexico Guerrero N Details
Mar 20th 2012 Australia Queensland N Details
Mar 15th 2012 USA Florida N Details
Jan 18th 2012 Australia New South Wales N Details
Jan 15th 2012 South Africa Eastern Cape Province Y Details
Sep 24th 2011 USA Florida N Details
Aug 16th 2011 Seychelles Praslin Y Details
May 21st 2011 South Africa KZN Y Details
Apr 26th 2011 USA Florida N Details
Apr 13th 2011 Indonesia Bali N Details
bull shark
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 (47)
  • SOUTH AFRICA (22)
  • REUNION (17)
  • BAHAMAS (15)
  • MOZAMBIQUE (10)
  • IRAN (10)
  • NEW CALEDONIA (9)
  • BRAZIL (9)
  • IRAQ (5)