Humpback Whale Carcass Retrieved in Denmark for Examination
Dead whale towed ashore in Denmark ahead of autopsy
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A dead humpback whale, nicknamed 'Timmy,' has been towed ashore on the Danish island of Anholt for a post-mortem examination. The whale had been stranded in the Baltic Sea and was deemed close to death after multiple rescue attempts failed. Concerns arise over the potential for the decomposing carcass to explode.
- 01The whale, originally measuring 12-15 meters (40-50 feet), gained size due to gas buildup during decomposition.
- 02Attempts to rescue 'Timmy' involved a private mission that ended in failure after the whale became severely weakened.
- 03The whale was discovered off Anholt after being released into the sea from a barge about 70 kilometers (45 miles) from Denmark.
- 04Officials plan to cut the whale into pieces for disposal after veterinarians and researchers take samples.
- 05The whale's presence on a popular beach has raised urgency for its removal due to safety concerns.
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The carcass of a dead humpback whale, affectionately known as 'Timmy,' has been towed ashore on the Danish island of Anholt for a scheduled autopsy by Denmark's environment agency. The whale had been stranded in the Baltic Sea, where it was unable to return to the North Sea despite several rescue attempts. Initially discovered off Anholt's shoreline, the whale was already considered ailing and close to death by the time of its final rescue efforts. The whale's size increased due to gas accumulation from decomposition, raising concerns about a potential explosion. Danish officials plan to dissect the whale after collecting samples, with the remains to be disposed of elsewhere. The whale's saga has captured public interest in Germany and bemused locals on Anholt, particularly since it had previously become entangled in netting and stranded multiple times along the German coast.
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The presence of the whale carcass on a popular beach poses safety concerns for locals and tourists.
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