Warning issued as second ‘2.5 metre’ shark sighting reported in Bicheno waters

A shark in the water. Image / Stock (File)

A shark has been spotted along the Bicheno waterfront this afternoon, marking the second sighting in the area in recent days.

Authorities have issued a warning to swimmers and people considering venturing into the water to be aware of a two and a half metre long shark.

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Police have reported that the shark was sighted near the Sealife Centre in Bicheno on Wednesday afternoon.

A similar sighting was reported at the nearby Bicheno marina around Governor Island last Friday.

Shark fin in the water. Image / Stock (File)

It is yet to be confirmed whether the shark is the same one observed previously.

Shark sightings are not uncommon in Tasmanian waters, with the state home to a diverse range of marine life and several species of sharks.

Anyone with additional shark sightings should report them to police on 131 444.