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Off the coast of West Africa

Shark attacks in Off the coast of West Africa. Browse 2 documented incidents.

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Off the coast of West Africa, SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

2 incidents

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🟡 Non-fatal Boating Attack - 1878
📍 Off the coast of West Africa, SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN
🔴 Fatal Boating Attack - 1878
📍 Off the coast of West Africa, SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

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