Located in French Polynesia, the Tuamotu archipelago is known for its beautiful beaches, clear blue waters, and diverse marine life.
This remote area is a quiet paradise for those who want to escape from busy life and enjoy nature.
What makes Tuamotu unique is its many sharks.
People who love these creatures come here to see them in their natural habitat.
Visitors can encounter different types of sharks, like reef sharks, hammerheads, and sometimes tiger sharks.
The diversity of shark species in Tuamotu attracts tourists from all over the world who want to witness these amazing predators up close.
Whether you want to relax on the beaches, explore the underwater world filled with marine creatures, or go on an exciting shark encounter, Tuamotu offers a special adventure and a memorable experience in the heart of French Polynesia.
Understanding our data at Tuamotos
In our comprehensive overview of tuamotos, 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
Tuamotos
Location
Takapoto Atoll
Date
2016-12-11
Year
2016
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Fishing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
40S
Injury
Hand Injured?
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Kaukura Atoll
Date
2012-08-04
Year
2012
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Téophane Tauiratea
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Shoulder Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Lemon Shark, 2.5M To 3M
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Makemo Atoll
Date
2016-04-18
Year
2016
Type
Provoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Hoata Iotua
Sex
M
Age
22.0
Injury
Laceration To Knee By Speared Shark Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
Morning
Species
Grey Reef Shark, 2 M
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Rangiroa
Date
1924-10-31
Year
1924
Type
Provoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Pearl Diving
Name
Huri-Huri
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Abrasions Provoked Attack
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Outer Edge Of Hikueru, One Of The Central Tuamotu Atolls
Date
1951-06-01
Year
1951
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Don M. Clark
Sex
M
Age
39.0
Injury
Right Thumb Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
11H00
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Rangiroa
Date
N/A
Year
Z
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Fishing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Speared A Shark, Fell Overboard And Another Shark Severed His Arm
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Makemo Atoll
Date
2016-04-18
Year
2016
Type
Provoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Teva Tokoragi
Sex
M
Age
26.0
Injury
Severe Lacerations To Right Forearm, Hand And Calf From Speared Shark Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
Morning
Species
Grey Reef Shark, 2 M
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Ahé Atoll
Date
1972-05-06
Year
1972
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
B.T.
Sex
M
Age
27
Injury
Thigh Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
1.5 M Grey Reef Shark
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Tuamotos
Location
North Pass, Fakarava
Date
2013-04-10
Year
2013
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Kite Boarding
Name
Nick Eitel
Sex
M
Age
53
Injury
Underside Of Board, Fins And, Harness Were Damaged, And Left Hip, Thigh And Buttock Sustained Puncture Wounds
Fatal
N
Time
12H00
Species
Possibly A Blacktip Reef Shark
Recorded Attack #10
Area
Tuamotos
Location
Tikehau
Date
2020-07-27
Year
2020
Type
Unprovoked
Country
French Polynesia
Activity
Swimming
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
4.0
Injury
Leg Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
Evening
Species
Blacktip Reef Shark, Juvenile
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