Baja California, Mexico, is a stretch of coastline known for its clean beaches, sea creatures and beautiful views.
It is in the west of Mexico.
The area has deserts meeting the Pacific Ocean, making it a pretty spot for people looking for sun and relaxation.
Baja California is home to different kinds of sharks.
Though shark sightings are rare in places like Cab San Lucas and La Paz, they add to the area's charm for divers and nature lovers.
Great white, hammerhead and bull sharks live here.
Baja California is a great place for beach goers, wildlife enthusiasts and underwater explorers.
It offers a special experience of beauty and excitement.
Consider visiting Baja California for your next beach trip and enjoy its coastal beauty.
Understanding our data at Baja California
In our comprehensive overview of baja california, the data presented in this article is compiled from a variety of public sources, providing a consolidated view of shark encounters by beach.
As you explore the data, it is important to note that while we have organized the information by specific areas, neighboring areas may also have their own detailed posts.
We encourage you to utilize the search function on our website to discover unique posts that may pertain to nearby locations.
Given the unpredictable and often chaotic circumstances surrounding shark attacks, some of the details within our tables have been inferred post-incident.
This is a common practice in the documentation of such events, due to factors like the rapid response required at the scene and the retrospective nature of assembling such data.
Our aim is to offer a resource that not only informs but also enhances awareness and safety practices for all who venture into the marine environment.
As you navigate through the information, we hope it serves as a reminder of the respect and caution that our florida beaches command.
Recorded Attack #1
Area
Baja California
Location
Playas De Tijuana
Date
N/A
Year
2008
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Surfing
Name
Chase Edwards
Sex
M
Age
26
Injury
Leg Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Possibly A Hammerhead Shark
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Baja California
Location
N/A
Date
1954-01-01
Year
1954
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Free Diving
Name
Rosario Bianci
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Baja California
Location
Guadalupe Island
Date
2011-11-01
Year
2007
Type
Invalid
Country
Mexico
Activity
Shark Diving
Name
Patrick Walsh & Paul Damgaard
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
White Shark Breached Cage. No Injury To Occupants
Fatal
Unknown
Time
N/A
Species
Invalid
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Baja California
Location
San Luis Beach
Date
2005-06-20
Year
2005
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Surfing
Name
Frank Johnson
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Left Foot Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
07H00
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Baja California
Location
Ensenada
Date
1958-08-31
Year
1958
Type
Boat
Country
Mexico
Activity
Boat Stopped To Repair Electric Pump
Name
16' Cabin Cruiser With 35 Hp Outboard Motor
Sex
N/A
Age
N/A
Injury
Shark Tried To Bite Prop Twice
Fatal
N
Time
07H15
Species
Hammerhead Shark, 5.2 M [17']
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Baja California
Location
Ensenada
Date
2001-07-06
Year
2001
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Surfing
Name
Tim Fabel
Sex
M
Age
42.0
Injury
Foot Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
Evening
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Baja California
Location
Descano Point
Date
1932-01-06
Year
1932
Type
Provoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Fishing
Name
Efrain Ybarra & Francisco Durazzo
Sex
M
Age
36 & 23
Injury
Hooked Shark Capsized Rowboat & The 2 Men Were Drowned Provoked Incident
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Baja California
Location
Guadalupe Island
Date
1973-09-09
Year
1973
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Free Diving, Spearfishing
Name
Al Schneppershoff
Sex
M
Age
37
Injury
Fatal, Leg Bitten
Fatal
Y
Time
16H45
Species
White Shark
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Baja California
Location
N/A
Date
1968-07-01
Year
1968
Type
Invalid
Country
Mexico
Activity
N/A
Name
Robert Slatzer
Sex
M
Age
43
Injury
No Injury
Fatal
Unknown
Time
Afternoon
Species
Not Authenticated
Recorded Attack #10
Area
Baja California
Location
Magdalena Bay
Date
2019-11-11
Year
2019
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Kristoffer Nymann
Sex
M
Age
23.0
Injury
Bite To Right Forearm
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #11
Area
Baja California
Location
Los Arbolitos, Cabo Pulmo
Date
2017-05-05
Year
2017
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Andres Rozada
Sex
M
Age
33.0
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
17H00
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #12
Area
Baja California
Location
Guadalupe Island
Date
1984-09-11
Year
1984
Type
Provoked
Country
Mexico
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Harry Ingram
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
No Injury, Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
17H50
Species
4.5 M To 5.5M White Shark
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