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Flaco the Owl and the Urban Wild Debate | Science News
A new documentary Wild Inside captures the explosive debate surrounding Flaco, the Eurasian Eagle Owl who escaped Central Park Zoo and survived alone for over a year. As passionate arguments erupted between conservationists and critics, the film explores whether Flaco symbolized urban resilience or posed ecological risks as a non-native species. It delves into zoo conservation roles, urban wildlife challenges, and the tragic end to Flaco’s life in 2024 — which ironically led to real change: “Flaco’s Law” banning harmful rodenticides in NYC. His story forces us to confront the messy balance…
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