Shark spotted swimming inside netted ocean pool at popular Sydney beach

A shark has been spotted trapped inside the netted zone of an ocean pool on Sydney's northern beaches.

The small shark was spotted inside the netted ocean pool at Manly Cove, near the wharf.

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It is believed to be a Dusky Whaler, a species of shark that can grow up to 3.5 metres in length.

Dusky Whalers are not documented to be of serious threat, with few attacks attributable to the species.

Northern Beaches Council have said there are no holes in the net and high tide may have contributed to the shark entering the pool.

The beach has not been shut following the sighting.

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