Flaco, the famed Eurasian eagle owl that gained local celebrity status after escaping the Central Park Zoo, has met a tragic end, as reported by the New York Times. The nocturnal bird, who made Manhattan his new home, passed away on the night of February 23 after colliding with a building on the Upper West Side.
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The Wildlife Conservation Society issued an official statement, revealing that Flaco was discovered on the ground, prompting the building residents to contact the Wild Bird Fund, which confirmed the owl’s demise. The necropsy report unveiled that the 4.1-pound bird had suffered significant hemorrhage under the sternum and in the body cavity around the liver.
Following the news of Flaco’s death, fans took to social media to express their grief and share tributes. Manhattan Bird Alert shared a video of Flaco’s hooting sessions in Central Park’s North Woods, reminiscing about the owl’s reassuring presence and vitality.
Flaco’s memorial on 104th and East Drive was captured in a series of photos shared by a fan. Another fan highlighted a hand-painted ceramic pinch pot memorializing Flaco created by their mother. The social media outpouring of tributes reflects the impact of Flaco’s brief yet memorable presence in the hearts of the local community.
Flaco gained widespread attention when he escaped the Central Park Zoo and ventured onto a Fifth Avenue sidewalk, becoming a beloved figure in the city.
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