Here’s what to know about Timmy, the humpback whale whose life and death captivated Germany

A humpback whale named Timmy, stranded in the Baltic Sea, became a focus of public and scientific attention in Germany due to failed rescue attempts. After its death, its remains will be processed into biodiesel, while some bones will go to a Danish museum. The whale's distress and the debate over its fate captivated the public, with livestreams, protests, and a 500-meter protection zone established to manage the situation.