Carcass of stranded humpback whale recovered in Denmark

The carcass of a humpback whale, which had captured significant attention in Germany for months, was pulled onto a beach in Denmark after being stranded for two weeks in the shallow waters off the small island of Anholt. The whale, often referred to by nicknames such as 'Timmy' and 'Hope' in media coverage, was first spotted near the German coast earlier this year.

Having been found dead on May 14, the whale's ordeal included a contentious rescue effort that reached a climax on May 2, when it was transported towards the North Sea in an attempt to return it to its Atlantic habitat. Danish authorities have indicated that the carcass will be examined next week to ascertain the cause of death. A Danish news outlet showcased the operation to retrieve the carcass via a cable attached to a truck, capturing the moment it was dragged onto the shore.