WISMAR, Germany — April 2, 2026 A humpback whale named Timmy is dying in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Poel Island, with experts deciding against further rescue attempts due to its deteriorating condition. The whale’s breathing has weakened significantly, and it is barely moving, according to marine biologists monitoring the situation. Thilo Maack, a marine biologist with Greenpeace, confirmed the grim prognosis, stating in German: *"Es geht ihm nicht gut. Er liegt im Sterben."* ("He is not doing well. He is dying.") A 500-meter exclusion zone has been established around the whale to minimize disturbances during its final hours. Experts noted the whale’s skin is in catastrophic condition, further indicating its poor health. Despite discussions about potential measures to alleviate Timmy’s suffering, authorities concluded that intervention would be ineffective. The whale’s decline has been closely observed by teams from Greenpeace and the Deutsche Meeresmuseum. The incident has drawn attention to the rare presence of humpback whales in the Baltic Sea, where such sightings are uncommon.