The International Shark Attack File
Photo: © David B. Snyder
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The International
Shark Attack File is a compilation of all known shark attacks that
is administered by the the
American
Elasmobranch Society and the Florida Museum of Natural History.
The American Elasmobranch Society is a professional organization
comprised of international workers studying sharks, skates and rays.
More than 4,000 individual investigations are currently housed in
the File, covering the period from mid-1500's to present. Many of
the data in the File originate from the voluntary submissions of
numerous cooperating scientists who serve worldwide as regional
observers. Regional observers forward investigations of attacks
in their areas for integration into the File. Data submitted to
the File is screened, coded and computerized. Hard copy documentation,
including original notes, press clippings, photographs, audio/video
tapes, and medical/autopsy reports, is permanently archived. The
File is utilized by biological researchers and research physicians;
access to the data is granted only after careful screening on a
case-by-case basis. Direct access by the press and general public
is strictly forbidden since much sensitive information is considered
privileged. Requests for summary information and non-privileged
data are made to the File's director.
WHO TO CONTACT:
ATTENTION: Please note that due to an overwhelming influx of e-mails, letters, and phone calls, Mr. Burgess is at present unable to respond to such communications in a timely manner. Please understand that every effort to reply to these messages will be made, but that such a reply may be delayed. We greatly appreciate your interest in the International Shark Attack File and we thank you for your patience.
George H. Burgess
Director, International Shark Attack File
Florida Museum of Natural History
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611 U.S.A
TEL: (352)-392-1721
FAX: (352)-846-0287
EMAIL:
gburgess@flmnh.ufl.edu
Alexia Morgan
Assistant, International Shark Attack File
Florida Museum of Natural History
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611 U.S.A.
TEL: (352)-392-1721
FAX: (352)-846-0287
EMAIL:
amorgan@flmnh.ufl.edu
© International Shark Attack File
Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida
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