Alabama's Gulf Coast boasts stunning beaches with white sand and clear water.
From Gulf Shores to Orange Beach, the region offers a mix of lively activities and peaceful beauty.
The warm Gulf of Mexico waters provide opportunities for swimming and water sports.
Visitors can also enjoy seafood dining, shopping, and entertainment in nearby coastal towns.
While Alabama's beaches attract sun-seekers, it's important to note the presence of sharks in the Gulf waters.
Although sightings are rare, it's important to be cautious when swimming.
Conservation measures protect local shark populations and maintain ecosystem balance.
In summary, Alabama's beaches offer a lovely mix of nature, recreation, and relaxation, making them a great spot for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts.
Understanding our data at Alabama
In our comprehensive overview of alabama, 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
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
2011-10-01
Year
2011
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
N/A
Name
Victor Meade
Sex
M
Age
29
Injury
Lacerations To Right Wrist And Middle Finger
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
2000-06-09
Year
2000
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Chuck Anderson
Sex
M
Age
44.0
Injury
Right Forearm Severed Surgically Amputated Above Elbow
Fatal
N
Time
06H45
Species
Bull Shark
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Alabama
Location
Mobile Bay
Date
1894-10-06
Year
1894
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
A Deserter From The Ship Evarest
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
2000-06-09
Year
2000
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Richard Whatley
Sex
M
Age
55.0
Injury
Puncture Wounds On Right Hip And Arm
Fatal
N
Time
06H45
Species
Bull Shark?
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
2022-04-12
Year
2022
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Blake Berry
Sex
M
Age
17.0
Injury
Bite To Right Foot
Fatal
N
Time
Afternoon
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
1985-10-05
Year
1985
Type
Provoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Fishing
Name
Bruce Doss
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Laceration To Leg By Hooked Shark Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
6', 100-Lb Shark
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
2013-07-19
Year
2013
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Walking In Surf
Name
Laura Havrylkoff
Sex
F
Age
50
Injury
Lacerations And Abrasions To Foot And Ankle
Fatal
N
Time
14H30
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Alabama
Location
Off Fort Gaines, Dauphin Island, Mobile County
Date
1910-05-16
Year
1910
Type
Invalid
Country
Usa
Activity
Unknown, Their Unoccupied Yawlboat Was Recovered
Name
William Olsen, William Peterson, Albert Thomas & R. Zekoski
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Presumed Drowned & Bodies Taken By Sharks
Fatal
Unknown
Time
N/A
Species
Shark Involvement Prior To Death Unconfirmed
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Alabama
Location
Orange Beach, Baldwin County
Date
2020-07-31
Year
2020
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Max Chilton
Sex
M
Age
14.0
Injury
Lacerations To Foot And Toes
Fatal
N
Time
13H00
Species
Blacktip Or Spinner Shark
Recorded Attack #10
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores Beach, Baldwin County
Date
2004-07-02
Year
2004
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Wading
Name
Trenton Martin
Sex
M
Age
7.0
Injury
Right Foot Lacerated
Fatal
N
Time
16H40
Species
4' To 5' Shark
Recorded Attack #11
Area
Alabama
Location
Katrina Cut, Dauphin Island, Mobile County
Date
2014-09-06
Year
2014
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Fishing
Name
Jamie Robson
Sex
M
Age
43
Injury
Leg Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
13H00
Species
Bull Shark
Recorded Attack #12
Area
Alabama
Location
Mobile Bay
Date
1866-07-09
Year
1866
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Bathing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #13
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Of Mexico, 65 Miles Offshore From Mobile
Date
2002-08-17
Year
2002
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Kimberly Mcclain
Sex
F
Age
29.0
Injury
Both Arms & Leg Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
17H00
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #14
Area
Alabama
Location
Gulf Shores, Baldwin County
Date
2012-08-15
Year
2012
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Wading Or Swimming
Name
Male, A Tourist From Germany
Sex
M
Age
31
Injury
Lacerations To Leg
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #15
Area
Alabama
Location
5 Miles Off The Coast
Date
1975-06-15
Year
1975
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming Near His Boat
Name
William Wayne Daniels
Sex
M
Age
27
Injury
Left Leg Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #16
Area
Alabama
Location
Mobile Bay
Date
1881-06-13
Year
1881
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Fell Overboard
Name
William Smith
Sex
M
Age
23
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #17
Area
Alabama
Location
8 Miles Off Mobile
Date
2016-07-17
Year
2016
Type
Watercraft
Country
Usa
Activity
Fishing
Name
Fishing In Alabama Deep Fishing Rodeo, Occupant: Ben Raines
Sex
N/A
Age
N/A
Injury
No Injury, Shark Bit Trolling Motor
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Tiger Shark, 10'
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