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Rescued Humpback Whale Makes Rare Baltic Sea Escape

2/28/2025

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On February 26, 2025, a young humpback whale, measuring about 5 meters, was dramatically rescued from fishing nets off the coast of Miedzyzdroje, Poland. With the dedicated efforts of WWF volunteers, the whale was freed after a challenging operation, marking a significant moment for marine biologists as it swam away toward the Danish Straits, a rare sight in the Baltic Sea.

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On February 26, 2025, a young humpback whale, measuring about 5 meters, was dramatically rescued from fishing nets off the coast of Miedzyzdroje, Poland. With the dedicated efforts of WWF volunteers, the whale was freed after a challenging operation, marking a significant moment for marine biologists as it swam away toward the Danish Straits, a rare sight in the Baltic Sea.