Whale found dead near Danish island after German rescue operation

Wildlife experts had previous criticised the operation, saying it would only cause the animal more distress.

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According to BBC News’s linked item, Whale found dead near Danish island after German rescue operation, Wildlife experts had previous criticised the operation, saying it would only cause the animal more distress.

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