Located in the South Pacific Ocean, the Chatham Islands in New Zealand are known for their beautiful natural surroundings and diverse marine life.
The coastline is rugged, with sandy beaches surrounded by clear waters perfect for spotting a variety of sharks including bronze whalers, great whites, and blue sharks.
Guided tours and diving expeditions offer opportunities to see these impressive creatures up close in their native habitat.
The islands provide a peaceful escape for nature lovers and marine enthusiasts seeking relaxation and excitement in a pristine environment.
Understanding our data at Chatham Islands
In our comprehensive overview of chatham 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
Chatham Islands
Location
N/A
Date
1911-04-08
Year
1911
Type
Watercraft
Country
New Zealand
Activity
Fishing
Name
2 Fishermen
Sex
N/A
Age
N/A
Injury
No Injury To Occupants, Shark Bit Boat
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Chatham Islands
Location
N/A
Date
1995-11-11
Year
1995
Type
Unprovoked
Country
New Zealand
Activity
Diving, Gathering Shellfish
Name
Kina Scollay
Sex
M
Age
22.0
Injury
Leg & Chest Lacerated
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
5 M [16.5'] White Shark
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Chatham Islands
Location
Waihere Bay
Date
1996-09-06
Year
1996
Type
Unprovoked
Country
New Zealand
Activity
Diving For Abalone
Name
Vaughn Hill
Sex
M
Age
23
Injury
Back, Arms & Wrist Severely Lacerated
Fatal
N
Time
10H00
Species
White Shark
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Chatham Islands
Location
Pitt Island Or Chatham Island
Date
2019-07-17
Year
2019
Type
Unprovoked
Country
New Zealand
Activity
Scuba Diving
Name
Val Croon
Sex
M
Age
45.0
Injury
Shark Rammed Him But No Injury
Fatal
N
Time
Morning
Species
White Shark, 3M
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