The Extra Islands in the Bahamas are a captivating chain of islands and cays, boasting over 365 islands.
The clear blue waters gently touch the pristine, white sand beaches, creating a beautiful tropical setting.
As you explore the Extra Islands, you'll discover secluded coves, hidden caves, and colorful coral reefs filled with marine life.
The Extra Islands are known for their diverse marine ecosystem, which includes a variety of fish and marine creatures.
Visitors are often intrigued by the presence of different shark species like nurse sharks, reef sharks, and hammerhead sharks.
Shark diving and snorkeling tours are popular activities here, allowing for safe and close encounters with these majestic creatures.
Whether you're relaxing on the sandy beaches, diving into the vibrant coral reefs, or seeking thrilling shark experiences, the Extra Islands promise a unique tropical escape.
Understanding our data at Exuma Islands
In our comprehensive overview of exuma islands, 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
Exuma Islands
Location
Compass Cay
Date
2018-11-09
Year
2018
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Swimming
Name
Asher Jones
Sex
M
Age
8.0
Injury
Arc Of Shallow Lacerations To Back
Fatal
N
Time
13H30
Species
Nurse Shark
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
Highborn Cay
Date
1989-08-09
Year
1989
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Judy St. Clair
Sex
F
Age
31.0
Injury
Severe Hand And Arm Injuries; Right Hand Surgically Amputated
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
Sampson Cay
Date
1987-07-09
Year
1987
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Male From Pleasure Craft Press On Regardless
Sex
M
Age
35
Injury
Right Leg Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
13H30
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
Children's Bay Cay Near Rollerville
Date
1968-07-10
Year
1968
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Small Boat With 2 Men Onboard Hit A Submerged Coral Formation. Men Began Swimming To Shore
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal, Taken By Shark
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
Off Jaws Beach, New Providence Island
Date
2010-08-29
Year
2010
Type
Invalid
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Swimming After Boat Became Disabled
Name
Judson Newton
Sex
M
Age
43
Injury
His Partial Remains Were Recovered From A 12' Tiger Shark On September 5, 2010. Cause Of Death Was Thought To Be Drowning
Fatal
Unknown
Time
N/A
Species
Shark Involvement Prior To Death Was Not Confirmed
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
N/A
Date
2010-10-02
Year
2010
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Jose Molla
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Calf Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Lemon Shark
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
N/A
Date
2009-03-06
Year
2009
Type
Provoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Luis Hernandez
Sex
M
Age
48
Injury
Lacerations To Right Forearm After He Poked The Shark With His Spear Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
7' Shark
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
Compass Cay
Date
2013-07-28
Year
2013
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
Cleaning Fish
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
64
Injury
Bitten On Left Hand
Fatal
N
Time
16H45
Species
Nurse Shark
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Exuma Islands
Location
Pig Beach, Pig Island
Date
2020-06-20
Year
2020
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Bahamas
Activity
N/A
Name
N/A
Sex
N/A
Age
N/A
Injury
N/A
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
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