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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