Florida is No. 1 in the United States when it comes to shark bites, with more than triple the number of unprovoked attacks in 2024 from the state listed as No. 2, Hawaii. Not only that, but the U.S.

“Bull sharks are territorial and really keep me on my toes when I’m diving,” Grant says. She also reminds people that shark attacks are rare.

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Palm Beach is one of Florida’s top summer destinations, located near Jupiter, which is also known for its shark sightings. As of 2025, Palm Beach has had 35 shark attacks in the last two centuries.

Bull sharks are considered one of the top three shark species most frequently involved in attacks on humans, along with great white sharks and tiger sharks.

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In 2024, there were 47 "unprovoked" shark bites around the globe, and 28 of those happened in the U.S., according to the ...