Around seven species of sharks are visible around the Fiji islands at all times of the year. The most notable of these is the bull shark, which despite its aggressive behavior, is a popular choice to dive with under supervision.
As per Fijian law, indigenous communities have the right to fish for sustenance, including sharks. However, the government has established certain areas to protect these endangered animals from keeping them safe.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Fiji
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
Blacktip Reef Shark |
3-4 feet | Moderately aggressive (if provoked) |
Bull Shark |
7-12 feet | Highly aggressive |
Gray Reef Shark |
4-5 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Great Hammerhead Shark | 15-20 feet | Highly aggressive |
Lemon Shark |
9-10 feet | Not aggressive |
Leopard Shark |
6-7 feet | Not aggressive |
Scalloped Hammerhead Shark |
9-12 feet | Moderately aggressive |
Silvertip Shark |
6.6-9.8 feet | Moderately aggressive |
Tawny Nurse Shark |
9.6-10 feet | Not aggressive |
Tiger Shark |
10-14 feet | Highly aggressive |
Whitetip Reef Shark |
3-5.5 feet | Moderately aggressive (only when provoked) |
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FAQs
1. Can you go diving with sharks in Fiji?
Yes, there are places like Beqa lagoon and Coral coast where one can go diving with sharks like the bull shark.
2. Have there been shark attacks in Fiji?
There have been 62 shark related incidents in the Fiji islands, 22 of which were fatal.
3. Are there great white sharks in Fiji?
There have been no confirmed reports of a great white in Fiji.
