Ever since the movie “Jaws,” people have been terrified of sharks. Recently even a surfer was attacked by a shark in the middle of a competition. If you got attacked by a shark would you know what to do? Do you know why sharks even atttack people. Check out our facts below about shark attacks.
What Type of Sharks Attack Humans?
Large Tiger Sharks, Great White Sharks, and Bull Sharks are usually the types of sharks that attack humans.
Shark Attack Fact
There have already been 29 unprovoked shark attacks in the world as of 2015. 14 of the attacks were in the U.S.! Most of these shark attacks have been known to occur less than 100 feet from shore.
What to Do if Attacked
The best thing to do when attacked by a shark is to hit it on the nose. If your hit is unsuccessful, try clawing at its eyes and gills.
Shark Statistics
Statistics show that sharks kill approximately 7 humans every year.
Humans Kill Sharks
Statistics have also shown that humans kill about 100 million sharks every year!
Why Do Sharks Attack?
Sharks attack humans when provoked, especially when divers disturb them underwater. Sharks can also attack humans unprovoked. Researchers believe that this is because sharks often confuse humans with their regular prey.
Shark Attack Victims
The most common shark attack victims are divers, surfers, swimmers, and kayakers.
Odds of Dying From a Shark Attack
The odds of someone dying from a shark attack is 1 in 11 million! Therefore, you are more likely to die from the flu than from a shark attack!
Jaws Inspiration
The movie “Jaws” was inspired by the real events of a shark attack that occurred in 1916 on the Jersey Shore!
The Shark Attack Capital
New Smyrna Beach in Florida is known as the shark attack capital! Researchers have stated that anyone who has swam at the New Smyrna Beach has been within 10 feet of a shark!