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Fatal Alligator Attacks US Records
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This resource captures instances of death resulting from alligator attacks exclusively within the United States. It functions as a precise record detailing the victim's name, age, and gender, alongside the date and specific narrative surrounding the incident. This data is relevant for studying patterns in wildlife-related fatalities.
Columns
- Date: Specifies the date the attack occurred. This column contains 41 valid entries, with May 14, 2006, being the most commonly recorded date (5%). The column has 40 unique dates recorded.
- Name: Contains the name of the victim. All 41 entries are unique, ensuring distinct identification for every recorded incident.
- Age: The age of the victim at the time of the attack. Of the 41 valid entries, approximately 7% are currently missing or marked with a placeholder. The column contains 35 unique age values.
- Sex: Indicates the gender of the victim. The data shows that victims identified as male account for 61% of the incidents, while female victims account for 39%.
- Details: Provides the specifics of the attack, often including location information and how the incident unfolded. All 41 entries in this column are unique.
Distribution
The dataset is structured as a CSV file, named
fatal_alligator_attacks_US.csv, and is approximately 11.39 kB in size. It comprises 41 records across 5 distinct columns. The data is static, with the expected update frequency specified as "Never."Usage
This data product is suited for biological research focused on predator-prey dynamics and human-wildlife conflict. It supports exploratory data analysis (EDA) targeting demographic patterns in attack victims and geographic analysis of incident locations. It is also valuable for researchers tracking historical trends in animal-related fatalities.
Coverage
The scope of the data covers the United States of America exclusively. The recorded incidents range in date, with sample occurrences noted as recent as August 15, 2022. It includes key demographic details (age, sex, and name) for all victims listed in the 41 recorded incidents.
License
CC BY-SA 3.0
Who Can Use It
- Wildlife Biologists: To study predator behaviour and map conflict zones.
- Public Safety Officials: To inform hazard warnings and resource allocation in alligator habitats.
- Data Analysts: For statistical modelling and visualisation of fatality characteristics.
- Educators: To illustrate real-world applications of data science in ecology and public health.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Fatal Alligator Attacks US Records
- List of US Alligator Deaths
- American Alligator Mortality Register
- US Fatal Alligator Incidents
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