Flaco the Owl Dies After Colliding with NYC Building

The beloved Eurasian eagle owl, known for his escape from Central Park Zoo and year of freedom, tragically died from a traumatic impact.

Flaco, the Eurasian eagle owl who won hearts after escaping from Central Park Zoo, died from a traumatic impact after colliding with a building.
New Yorkers and fans worldwide mourned Flaco's death, leaving tributes at a Central Park memorial and calling for safer buildings for birds.
Initial necropsy results revealed Flaco suffered substantial hemorrhage but no bone fractures, indicating good health prior to the incident.
Flaco's death renews calls for bird-safe building designs in NYC, highlighting the dangers of glass windows to bird populations.
Investigations into potential contributing factors like toxins are ongoing, as the community reflects on Flaco's symbol of freedom and resilience.