Overview

• Police in southern Germany have conducted multiple rescue operations to save orphaned ducklings stranded on busy motorways.
• On May 6, ten ducklings were rescued from the A67 near Büttelborn after their mother was fatally struck by a vehicle.
• Earlier incidents included the recovery of seven ducklings on May 2 near Mörfelden-Walldorf and several others on May 5 near Mannheim, both on the A5.
• Motorists played a critical role by alerting authorities, leading to temporary traffic stops and successful rescues.
• All rescued ducklings have been handed over to animal shelters for rehabilitation as authorities urge drivers to exercise caution and report wildlife sightings.