Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea features beautiful beaches, clear blue waters, and dense forests.
Situated in the southeast, this coastal area is known for its diverse marine life and colorful reefs, attracting snorkelers and divers.
The region is a mix of local communities with unique cultures.
Milne Bay Province stands out for its marine diversity, including various shark species such as hammerheads, reef sharks, and white tips.
Sharks are important for the marine ecosystem and maintain its balance.
Tourists can join shark diving trips here to see these creatures in their natural environment.
Guides lead underwater encounters for a close look at the sharks.
Despite their reputation, sharks in Milne Bay are generally not harmful, making for an exciting and unforgettable experience for adventurers.
Understanding our data at Milne Bay Province
In our comprehensive overview of milne bay province, 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
Milne Bay Province
Location
Tewatewa Island
Date
2002-05-21
Year
2002
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Collecting Beche-De-Mer
Name
Billy Leonard
Sex
M
Age
14
Injury
Wrist Lacerated
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
Off Rossel Island, Louisiade Archipelago
Date
1953-03-01
Year
1953
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Went Over Side Of Boat At Trochus Ground
Name
Captain Of Cutter Hetabu
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal, Arm & Leg Severed & Shark Smashed At His Body With Its Tail
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
Tiger Shark
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
Kimuta, Renard Island
Date
1956-01-01
Year
1956
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
N/A
Name
Anonymous
Sex
N/A
Age
N/A
Injury
Non-Fatal, Treated At Misima Hospital
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
Uga, Banaira, Milne Bay
Date
1959-01-12
Year
1959
Type
Unprovoked
Country
New Guinea
Activity
Dragging Banana Seeds Through The Shallows
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Left Calf & Right Thigh Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
1.4 M [4.5'] Shark
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
N/A
Date
1960-08-22
Year
1960
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Free-Diving
Name
A Native
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Lost Left Arm
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
Samarai Island (South End)
Date
1956-12-26
Year
1956
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Patterson (John) Nikuniko
Sex
M
Age
19.0
Injury
Fatal, Left Leg Severed At Hip, Left Torso Removed
Fatal
Y
Time
13H00
Species
2.4 M [8'] Tiger Shark Caught 40 Hours Later With Shorts Of The Boy In Its Gut
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
Samarai Island
Date
1956-12-24
Year
1956
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Titus Tiso
Sex
M
Age
16.0
Injury
Fatal, Left Arm, Shoulder & Chest Bitten
Fatal
Y
Time
12H00
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
D'Entrecasteaux Islands, 20 Miles Off The Coast
Date
N/A
Year
Z
Type
Invalid
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Scuba Diving
Name
Dan Hogan
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Said To Be Fatal And Involve A 4.6 M To 6 M [15' To 20'] Tiger Shark But Incident Highly Questionable
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
Questionable
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Milne Bay Province
Location
Taupota, Samarai
Date
1960-07-27
Year
1960
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Papua New Guinea
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
John Klaso
Sex
M
Age
25.0
Injury
Arm Severed, Torso Severely Lacerated
Fatal
N
Time
P.M.
Species
N/A
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