In recent months, shark attacks have drawn new attention to coastal safety across the United States and worldwide. According to Tracking Sharks, a total of sixteen shark attack bites have been reported in the United States so far in 2025, with ten occurring in Florida, one in Hawaii, one in California, one in Texas, one in North Carolina, one in New York, and two in South Carolina. Notably, none of these have resulted in fatalities. Meanwhile, out of fifty-one bites globally, nine have resulted in death, including several high-profile incidents in Australia, where the risk appears to be rising.
As reported by Cape Cod Times and OCEARCH, shark sightings continue along the Massachusetts shoreline, particularly Cape Cod, where the largest great white ever tagged by researchers was recently tracked leaving the region. Florida remains the epicenter of US shark encounters, a trend consistent with data going back centuries, as noted by AOL News. Palm Beach and Myrtle Beach are among the beaches with the highest recorded attacks.
In Hawaii over the summer, a tragic incident occurred on the North Shore of Oahu, where Tamayo Perry, a well-known surfer and lifeguard, was fatally bitten while surfing near Goat Island. California also saw a devastating attack in late 2023, when a swimmer off Wildcat Beach was pulled underwater by a suspected great white shark. Each year, these states grapple with both the influx of visitors and naturally high shark populations.
Globally, Australia’s beaches have seen twelve attacks in 2025, including four fatalities, most often involving great white and tiger sharks. According to eyewitness accounts and Australian media, only weeks ago a massive twelve-foot great white attacked a seasoned surfer near Sydney, leading to dramatic scenes and the closure of nearby beaches. In another incident, documented by “Sharks Beware” on YouTube, a great white launched a surprise attack on the Australian Navy during naval training exercises in October 2025.
Emerging patterns show that most attacks occur in warmer months when beach traffic peaks. Great white and tiger sharks remain the primary culprits in both the United States and Australia. Enhancements in monitoring, such as drone surveillance and public education, are being rapidly adopted. As highlighted by Courthouse News, drones now provide near-real-time imagery, enabling lifeguards to close beaches more swiftly when sharks near swimmers.
Longstanding safety measures, like shark nets in Australia and increased patrols in Florida and Hawaii, are still in use but are supplemented by innovations in wetsuit design. According to Science News, advanced bite-resistant wetsuits now provide extra protection, nearly eliminating severe damage from bites by great white and tiger sharks in tests, though they cannot prevent crushing injuries and are not a substitute for vigilance.
Authorities continue to urge the public to heed warnings and respect closures, especially when sharks are sighted near popular beaches. While attacks remain rare compared to millions of annual beach visits, experts emphasize awareness and preparation as the best defense against these unpredictable encounters.
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