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wildlifenature1 year ago•2 min saved

Beloved New York City Owl, Flaco, Dies in Building Collision

Flaco, the owl who gained fame after escaping the Central Park Zoo, has died after colliding with a building in Manhattan. The Wildlife Conservation Society expressed sadness over the incident and blamed the vandalism that led to Flaco's escape for his death. The owl's passing follows the recent death of another famous city bird, Rover the bald eagle. A memorial is being held for Flaco in Central Park, where he had become a symbol of resilience in the urban environment.

via Gothamist|

#central-park #flaco #new-york-city

wildlifeanimal-conservation1 year ago•1 min saved

"Tragic End: Flaco the Central Park Zoo Owl Dies in Building Collision"

Flaco, the Eurasian eagle-owl that escaped from Central Park Zoo over a year ago, has died after colliding with a building in Manhattan. The Wildlife Conservation Society, which had been monitoring Flaco since his escape, expressed hope for an arrest in connection with the vandalism that led to his escape and ultimately his death. Flaco's escape had captivated New Yorkers, and despite efforts to recapture him, he had become an attraction in Central Park. The owl's death has prompted plans for a necropsy to be performed at the Bronx Zoo, and the WCS has expressed gratitude for the support and concern shown for Flaco's well-being.

via CNN|

#central-park-zoo #eurasian-eagle-owl #flaco

wildlife1 year ago•2 min saved

"Beloved Central Park Zoo Owl, Flaco, Dies After Year of Freedom"

Flaco, the beloved Eurasian eagle owl who escaped from the Central Park Zoo after his enclosure was vandalized last year, has died after flying into a building on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. The owl, who had become a cherished icon in New York City, was found unresponsive and later declared dead by the Wildlife Conservation Society. Flaco had successfully lived in the wild, hunting and feeding off rats in Central Park, following his escape. The vandalism that led to his escape ultimately led to his demise, and the NYPD is investigating the incident.

via New York Post |

#central-park-zoo #flaco #owl

wildlife1 year ago•1 min saved

"Flaco, the Famous Central Park Zoo Owl, Dies in Tragic Accident"

Flaco, the Eurasian eagle-owl that escaped from the Central Park Zoo in February 2023, has died after apparently striking a building on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. The Wildlife Conservation Society, which operates the zoo, stated that Flaco was found on the ground after hitting a building on West 89th Street and was declared dead shortly after being retrieved by a rescue organization. A necropsy will be performed to determine the cause of death, and the society expressed hope for an arrest in the vandalism that led to Flaco's escape.

via The New York Times|

#central-park-zoo #eurasian-eagle-owl #flaco

animals2 years ago•1 min saved

"Central Park Sea Lion Breaks Free During New York Flooding"

A female sea lion at the Central Park Zoo in New York City took advantage of heavy rain and flooding to swim out of her pool and explore the area. The sea lion didn't stray far from her enclosure and was closely monitored by zoo personnel. Once the water levels receded, the sea lion returned to her familiar surroundings. The zoo was closed for the day due to the weather, ensuring the safety of both visitors and staff.

via NBC New York|

#animals #central-park-zoo #flooding

us2 years ago•2 min saved

"Central Park Zoo Sea Lion Seizes Opportunity Amidst New York Flooding"

Record-breaking rainfall in New York City caused flooding, allowing a female sea lion from the Central Park Zoo to swim out of her enclosure and explore the area. The sea lion was later safely returned to the pool. The zoo remained closed during the storm, and all animals were accounted for. This is not the first time a New York City zoo animal has escaped, as a cobra made headlines in 2011. New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley were under a state of emergency due to the historic flooding.

via CBS News|

#central-park-zoo #flooding #new-york-city

wildlife-conservation2 years ago•2 min saved

Rare sighting of 'extinct' lion sparks hope for endangered species in Chad's national park.

A lioness has been spotted in Chad's Sena Oura National Park for the first time in almost two decades, according to the Chadian government and the Wildlife Conservation Society. Lions in West and Central Africa are considered "critically endangered," with populations declining by about 66% since the early 1990s. The region saw a period of ruthless, organized poaching more than a decade ago, but has since benefitted from a very strong commitment to conservation by the governments of both Cameroon and Chad.

via ABC News|

#chad #endangered-species #lions