5 Things More Likely to Kill You than a Shark Attack

To combat the negative portrayal this blog might give for sharks, I've decided to compile a list of 5 things more likely to kill you than a shark attack.

Each year there are about 100 reported shark attacks, with only about 4 causing death. According to The Shark Attack File  17 people were killed from a shark attack in 2011. This was an increase in number over previous years, but still nothing compared to the following ways of death:

5.) Malfunctions While Scuba Diving
You're more likely to die under water from complications with scuba equipment than being attacked by a shark. Over 100 people die every year from scuba divining incidents like these. Almost 6 times more likely than being attacked by a shark!

4.) Death From Jellyfish
The jellyfish is the true ocean-dwelling killer. Over 40 people die yearly from jellyfish attacks, and many, many more are injured from the creatures.You probably know someone who's been stung by one! I'm not in the least afraid of sharks, but if I see a jellyfish in the water you better believe I won't be back in there for a while.

Far scarier than Bruce!

3.) Falling Coconuts
Even more than jellyfish, if you're visiting the beach this summer you need to be on the look out for coconuts. Often a comical scene in television programs, the danger of falling coconuts is very real. So watch out next time you decide to relax underneath a palm tree!


2.) Cow Attack
More deaths from cow attacks are reported each year than any shark attacks. Perhaps they're tired of us eating them and their children!


1.) Defective Toaster
In 2007 there were 791 people killed by toasters.

So while you may think sharks are scary, this is what you really should be afraid of.