"Flaco the Owl: One Year of Freedom and Mystery"

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Source: The New York Times
"Flaco the Owl: One Year of Freedom and Mystery"
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Flaco, an escaped Eurasian eagle-owl from Central Park Zoo, captivated New Yorkers as he embraced his newfound freedom after nearly 13 years in captivity, embodying the spirit of the American outlaw-hero with his daring escape and life on the lam. His story reflects the untamed individualistic values of a lost frontier and the miraculous escape from an allegedly escape-proof jail, resonating with the tradition of celebrating swashbuckling heroes who stand up to an unjust system in American folk songs and country music.

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