The humpback whale was released on May 2 in a £1.3million rescue mission after his health severely worsened while being stranded near Germany during March and April.

Animal known as Timmy became focus of public drama after getting stranded three months ago near Lübeck, Germany

The humpback whale, nicknamed "Timmy" by German media, died following a controversial failed rescue effort. His carcass had been drifting near the Danish shore for two weeks.