Many had speculated that Flaco was sick just before he died, attributing his lack of hooting ... "Flaco was more than just an owl; he embodied the spirit of New York City and its inhabitants.

Here are some feathered friends who have paved the way. Flaco, a Eurasian eagle-owl, became an unexpected fixture of New York City life after escaping from the Central Park Zoo in February 2023.

Here are some feathered friends who have paved the way. Flaco, a Eurasian eagle-owl, became an unexpected fixture of New York City life after escaping from the Central Park Zoo in February 2023. The ...