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Sandbar sharks, dogfish, small bonnetheads, and occasional larger pelagic species pass through depending on season and bait. Fishermen know them best; swimmers rarely see fins except from piers or drones. Maryland DNR fisheries outreach describes common catches without sensationalizing swim risk.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
