The International Shark Attack File recorded 105 total incidents last year—and unprovoked attacks were way up from 2024. Unprovoked global shark attacks rose in 2025, totaling 65 out of 105 incidents.

There was a bit of a lull in the annual conflict between sharks and humans. 2024 was an "exceptionally quiet year" for shark bites around the world, with far fewer than usual, according to a new ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Shark attacks returned to near-average levels in 2025 after a dip the previous year, according to the latest ...