shark statistics

[TRiggER2117]

okay so Im trying to get my friend to dive with me and I keep telling him that there is nothing to worry about with sharks beacause (like almost every1 else) their biggest concern is sharks (thank you JAWS.) He says he wont even think about it until I get some statistics

Think some of you can help me out here? lol

He just wants statistics for Florida. I live in the west coast florida panhandle. Franklin County. and also if u cloud maybe get some night diving statistics? thanks help is appreciated

[rayaa3]

ISAF Statistics for the USA Locations with the Highest Shark Attack Activity Since 1990

[rayaa3]

even better - Map of Florida's Confirmed Unprovoked Shark Attacks

[TRiggER2117]

Originally Posted by rayaa3

even better - Map of Florida's Confirmed Unprovoked Shark Attacks

wow thats great statistics! thank you


now hes not so scared especially since theres only been like 2 attacks in franklin county. that was perfect thanks

[jet126]

If you have time your friend should check out the documentary, Sharkwater, SHARKWATER. I guarantee he'll never look at sharks the same way again.

[CompuDude]

Originally Posted by TRiggER2117

wow thats great statistics! thank you

now hes not so scared especially since theres only been like 2 attacks in franklin county. that was perfect thanks

Sharks should be respected, but the fear of sharks is way overblown. Tell your friend not to worry about it and just have a blast.

[Travelnsj]

I had this one about a 9' Silvertip's belly hit the top of my head.....thank god it was not hungry and the other Big fellow just pushed me outta the way....LOL

I've been hooked in at the Blue Corner in Palau with dozens of Sharks in front of me and never had one charge me....Shark diving (Not a Shark Feed) is one of the most thrilling experiences I've done!

[caburrid]

Originally Posted by CompuDude

Sharks should be respected, but the fear of sharks is way overblown. Tell your friend not to worry about it and just have a blast.

Agreed. Sharks are great and should be respected and protected. I saw a show the other week about how sharks are being caught and used for soup. In fact the other day a couple of homeless guys tried selling a shark in Florida and dumped its carcass in the street.

Shark Week is coming to Discovery Channel in a week. Make sure to catch it!

[TRiggER2117]

Originally Posted by caburrid

Agreed. Sharks are great and should be respected and protected. I saw a show the other week about how sharks are being caught and used for soup. In fact the other day a couple of homeless guys tried selling a shark in Florida and dumped its carcass in the street.

Shark Week is coming to Discovery Channel in a week. Make sure to catch it!

yea my friend has seen almost every week thats why hes so scared

personally since ive started diving ive looked at sharks in a whole new perspective first I was scared of em of course lol. But after I started I just vsee them as another magnificent sea creature that shouldnt be treated any different than another sea creature

And im pretty sure all of you feel the same way lol

[captain]

Originally Posted by TRiggER2117

wow thats great statistics! thank you


now hes not so scared especially since theres only been like 2 attacks in franklin county. that was perfect thanks

Notice that the most attacks are in counties with the highest beach populations and tourist.

197 attacks on divers in 200 years.

Statistics of Shark Attacks on Divers