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Efforts Underway to Rescue Humpback Whale Stranded in Baltic Sea Near Germany
A male humpback whale has been stranded multiple times off the northern coast of Germany since last month. A new rescue attempt has started despite concerns about its chances of success and potential risks to the animal.
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A rescue operation has begun to assist a male humpback whale stranded in the Baltic Sea near the northern coast of Germany. The whale, weighing approximately 12 tonnes, was first spotted last month near Timmendorfer Strand and has since been stranded multiple times.
It has previously freed itself after human intervention but is currently stranded again. Rescuers have indicated that the whale is struggling to survive. The latest rescue effort is being funded by private donors.
Some observers have expressed concerns that the operation may have limited chances of success and could potentially cause further harm to the whale. The situation has drawn public attention in Germany, with ongoing efforts to monitor and assist the whale while assessing its condition and the feasibility of rescue actions.
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