Flaco, the Central Park Eurasian Eagle-Owl, Dies After a Year of Freedom

The beloved bird, who escaped from the zoo and captured New Yorkers' hearts, succumbed to injuries after an apparent building collision.

Flaco, the Eurasian eagle-owl who escaped from the Central Park Zoo, died following an apparent collision with a building on the Upper West Side.
The owl's death has sparked a debate over the ethics of captivity versus freedom for urban wildlife.
Conservationists express concerns over the safety of other captive birds, fearing copycat releases.
Flaco's death highlights the dangers urban environments pose to wildlife, including collisions with buildings and potential poisoning.
The Central Park Zoo blames the vandalism that led to Flaco's escape for his ultimate demise, while mourners remember the owl's year of freedom fondly.