Unprovoked shark attacks and fatalities increased in 2023 •
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This figure stands above the average of 63 shark attacks noted over the past five years, yet it aligns with the historical trend
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Unnerving” Spike in Fatal Shark Attacks Recorded in 2023
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There are fewer shark attacks but more unusual incidents
SA shark attacks: Eyre Peninsula has most dangerous beaches in the world
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Shark Attacks 2023: What State Had The Most Bites And How To Stay Safe
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Fatal shark bites doubled in 2023, University of Florida says
9 Locations Around the World Where Sharks Attack Most: US, Australia
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Sharks bit fewer than 100 people in 2023
Photos: Most Common Ways Sharks Attack and How to Avoid Them
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Labor Day Crowds See Multiple Shark Attack in Florida