"Unveiling the Truth: The Cause of Flaco the Owl's Tragic Death in NYC"

Flaco, the beloved Eurasian eagle-owl that escaped from the Central Park Zoo, died from acute traumatic injury after flying into a building in New York City. The necropsy revealed substantial hemorrhage and a small amount of bleeding behind his left eye, but no fractured or broken bones. Pathologists will now investigate potential exposures to toxins and diseases. The tragic incident highlights the issue of bird strikes in the city, where an estimated 250,000 birds die annually from colliding with buildings. New Yorkers have gathered to mourn the loss of the free-spirited owl.