While rare, sharks are still seen in St Lucia. The most common one spotted by scuba divers is the Caribbean reef shark.
List of the Different Types of Sharks in Saint Lucia
| Species | Maximum Size | Aggressiveness |
Blacktip Reef Shark |
3-4 feet | Moderately aggressive (if provoked) |
Bull Shark |
7-12 feet | Highly aggressive |
Caribbean Reef Shark |
8-9 feet | Not aggressive |
Nurse Shark |
18-32 feet | Not aggressive |
Tiger Shark |
10-14 feet | Highly aggressive |
FAQs
1. Have there been shark attacks in Saint Lucia?
There aren’t any records of sharks attacking people in St Lucia.
2. Can you swim with sharks in Saint Lucia?
In St Lucia, you can interact with sharks while diving.
