Nestled in the clear waters of the Solomon Islands, Bougainville is a tropical paradise that attracts travelers seeking seclusion and natural beauty.
This remote island has untouched sandy beaches, lush forests, and crystal-clear waters.
The calm atmosphere of Bougainville, along with its cultural heritage and warm hospitality, provides a peaceful escape from daily life.
While Bougainville is known for its stunning landscapes and marine life, visitors should be aware of the diverse range of sharks in the surrounding waters.
However, shark encounters in the Solomon Islands are rare, and most sharks are harmless reef sharks.
By taking precautions and respecting the ocean, visitors can safely enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and diving in Bougainville's waters, and may have the chance to see these impressive creatures.
Bougainville, Solomon Islands, is a hidden gem worth exploring, offering a mix of adventure and tranquility in beautiful natural surroundings.
Understanding our data at Bougainville
In our comprehensive overview of bougainville, 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
Bougainville
Location
Kieta
Date
1957-04-07
Year
1957
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Solomon Islands
Activity
Diving From Canoe
Name
Matthew Sonieva
Sex
M
Age
15.0
Injury
Leg Severed
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Bougainville
Location
Huhunoti Island
Date
1965-06-01
Year
1965
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Mr. Belle Yang, A School Teacher
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Minor Injury
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Bougainville
Location
Off Sing Village, Buka Island
Date
1964-12-09
Year
1964
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Canoe Swamped, Swimming Back To Canoe
Name
Soso, A Male
Sex
M
Age
28.0
Injury
Survived
Fatal
N
Time
Late Afternoon
Species
2.1 M [7'] Shark
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Bougainville
Location
Kieta
Date
1957-04-07
Year
1957
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Diving From Canoe
Name
Omni (Rescuer)
Sex
M
Age
17.0
Injury
Injured While Sonieva Was Transferred To Another Canoe
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Bougainville
Location
Kahuli, Buka Island
Date
1953-01-01
Year
1953
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Washing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal, Torso Bitten
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Bougainville
Location
Buka Island
Date
1964-12-10
Year
1964
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
N/A
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Thigh Severely Lacerated
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Bougainville
Location
Tung Island, Off The West Coast Of Buka Island
Date
1948-01-01
Year
1948
Type
Provoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Bitten On Face While Taking Shark Off Spear Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Bougainville
Location
Sohano Island, Buka Passage
Date
1949-01-01
Year
1949
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Swimming Close To Wharf
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Hand Severed
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Bougainville
Location
N/A
Date
1963-03-30
Year
1963
Type
Sea Disaster
Country
Solomon Islands
Activity
The 500-Ton Coastal Trader Polurrian Foundered
Name
Daniel Viva, Missionary
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
Night
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #10
Area
Bougainville
Location
Orava (Aravo) Islet , Near Kieta.
Date
1949-01-01
Year
1949
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
18.0
Injury
Fatal, Nearly Bitten In Two Through Loin.
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
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