Humpback whale
Coverage of Humpback whale in the Nexus archive.
- Whale slams into NJ fireboat in the Arthur Kill, forcing crew out of the vessel
A whale struck a New Jersey fireboat in the Arthur Kill, causing catastrophic damage and forcing the crew to abandon the vessel. No injuries were reported, and nearby boaters and the Perth Amboy Fire Department rescued the crew. Researchers note cleaner waters are attracting more marine mammals to the area.
- Two humpback whales found dead in Bay Area
Two humpback whales have been found dead in the Bay Area over the past nine days. One was discovered on June 20 at Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County. The cause of death remains undetermined, and no necropsy has been conducted.
- Dead humpback whale washes ashore in Montauk, New York
A dead humpback whale washed ashore in Montauk, New York early Friday morning. The incident occurred on the beach in the area.
- Rare sperm whale spotted off Dana Point
A rare sperm whale was spotted off Dana Point during a whale watching tour. The sighting occurred while searching for a humpback whale, as reported by Capt. Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari.
- 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.
- Dead humpback whale brought to shore in Denmark with autopsy set next week
A dead humpback whale, stranded multiple times in the Baltic Sea and nicknamed 'Timmy' and 'Hope', was brought to a Danish beach for an autopsy next week. The whale's carcass, found off Anholt island on May 14, ended a months-long rescue effort to return it to the Atlantic Ocean.
- Carcass of Timmy the humpback whale brought to shore in Denmark
The humpback whale, nicknamed 'Timmy' by German media, died after a controversial failed rescue effort. His carcass had been drifting near the Danish shore for two weeks before being brought to shore.
- Carcass of Timmy the humpback whale brought to shore in Denmark
A humpback whale nicknamed 'Timmy' died following a controversial failed rescue effort. Its carcass had been drifting near the Danish shore for two weeks before being brought to shore.
- Dead humpback whale brought to shore in Denmark with autopsy set next week
A humpback whale's carcass was brought to a Danish beach after spending two weeks in shallow waters. An autopsy is scheduled for next week to investigate the cause of death.
- Dead humpback whale Timmy brought ashore on Danish island
A dead humpback whale named 'Timmy' was brought ashore on the Danish island of Anholt for a postmortem examination to determine its cause of death. A live stream by News5 showed the whale's carcass being dragged onto the beach, prompting warnings from the Danish environmental protection agency due to safety risks.
- Humpback whale breaks migration record with 15,000 kilometer ocean journey
Two humpback whales were found to have traveled between Australia and Brazil, covering over 14,000 kilometers of open ocean, with one whale breaking the record by traveling at least 15,100 kilometers. This marks the longest confirmed journey ever documented for an individual humpback whale. The journey is a significant discovery in humpback whale migration patterns.
- A whale of a journey! Humpback completes the longest EVER recorded ocean crossing - travelling more than 9,300 miles from Australia to Brazil
A humpback whale completed the longest recorded ocean crossing, travelling over 9,300 miles from Australia to Brazil. This journey is a significant achievement and provides valuable insights into the migration patterns of humpback whales. The crossing highlights the impressive navigational abilities of these marine animals.
- Dead humpback whale off Denmark is 'Timmy'
A dead humpback whale found off Denmark has been identified as 'Timmy', the same whale that was previously beached off Germany's Baltic coast for several weeks. The identification was made by divers following a contentious rescue operation that occurred two weeks prior.
- Timmy the stranded whale rescued after weekslong effort
Timmy, a humpback whale, was successfully rescued after a prolonged effort that captured global attention. Whale lovers worldwide supported the rescue, which concluded with a happy ending.
- Timmy the humpback whale escapes to the North Sea
Timmy the humpback whale escaped to the North Sea after repeated stranding incidents off Germany's coast, causing public concern and media attention.
- Rescuers release humpback whale after it was stranded in shallow waters near Baltic coast
Rescuers released a young humpback whale, nicknamed Timmy or Hope, into the North Sea after it was stranded in shallow waters off Germany's Baltic coast. Marine experts deemed the rescue attempt 'inadvisable' due to the whale's low chances of survival.
- Timmy the whale is finally free: Stranded humpback spouts a final goodbye and disappears into the ocean after criticism of rescue mission that cost millions
Timmy the whale, a stranded humpback, was successfully released back into the ocean after a controversial rescue mission that cost millions. The event marked a bittersweet goodbye as public criticism of the high expenses and methods used in the rescue persisted.
- Timmy the whale tries to make a break for it - stranded humpback attempts to escape barge during 'doomed' multi-million-pound rescue mission
Timmy the stranded humpback whale attempted to escape a barge during a failed multi-million-pound rescue mission. The operation, described as 'doomed,' highlights the challenges of saving the animal.
- Humpback whale stranded in Baltic Sea rescued on giant barge
A humpback whale named Timmy, stranded in the Baltic Sea for nearly a month, is being rescued using a massive barge. The whale, originally from the Atlantic Ocean, was first spotted in early March in shallow waters off Germany.
- Stranded humpback whale coaxed onto rescue barge
A stranded humpback whale was successfully guided onto a rescue barge by conservationists. The operation involved careful coordination to ensure the whale's safe relocation.
- Barge rescue attempt for Timmy the whale in Germany gets go-ahead
German officials have approved a rescue attempt for Timmy, a 13-meter humpback whale stranded near Lübeck for over a month. The effort, funded by two entrepreneurs, aims to transport the whale using a barge after veterinary assessments confirmed its fitness for the operation.
- Millionaires fund last-ditch attempt to save humpback whale stranded in Germany
Millionaires are funding a last-ditch effort to rescue a stranded humpback whale named Timmy in Germany, despite critics warning the attempt has low success chances and risks further harm. The whale, stranded multiple times in the Baltic Sea, is now fighting a 'losing battle' for survival.