There are 13 species of shark in the country of Guatemala. However, the only known incident blamed on a shark may have been an accident after which the beast may have fed on the bodies.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Guatemala
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
| Big Eye Thresher Shark | 11-16 feet | Not aggressive |
| Bull Shark | 7-12 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Common Thresher Shark | 12-18 feet | Not aggressive |
| Great Hammerhead Shark | 15-20 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Oceanic Whitetip Shark | 10-13 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Pelagic Thresher Shark | 13-18 feet | Not aggressive |
| Porbeagle Shark | 6-12 feet | Not aggressive |
| Scalloped Hammerhead Shark | 9-12 feet | Moderately aggressive |
| Shortfin Mako Shark | 6.5-9.5 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Silky Shark | 7-10 feet | Highly aggressive |
| Smooth Hammerhead Shark | 8-12 feet | Not aggressive (but are potentially dangerous) |
| Whale Shark | 18-32 feet | Not aggressive |
| Whitenose Shark | 4.8-4.92 feet | Not aggressive |
FAQs
1. Have there been shark attacks in Guatemala?
There is only one recorded shark attack in Guatemala. However, whether or not the shark was involved in fatalities remains vague.
2. Can I swim with sharks in Guatemala?
There are very few dive spots in Guatemala, so it’s unlikely that one would encounter sharks while swimming.
