Joseph Schnitzler

Joseph Schnitzler is a biologist from the Institute for Terrestrial and Aquatic Wildlife Research. He is currently involved in the efforts to rescue a stranded humpback whale in Timmendorfer Strand, Germany. The whale, likely a young male, has been stuck on a sandbank in Niendorf since Monday night, after being observed in the Baltic Sea for several days. Initial rescue attempts have been unsuccessful. Schnitzler's expertise is crucial in assessing the whale's condition and advising on the rescue operation. He has emphasized the importance of the whale showing some will to live to improve the chances of a successful rescue. The rescue operation involves digging a channel to help the whale return to deeper water, a challenging task due to wind and currents. Schnitzler's involvement highlights the ongoing efforts to save the stranded whale and the importance of wildlife experts in such situations.