Fly free with Flaco the owl!
Last month, World Animal Protection supported the launch of Free Bird: Flaco the Owl’s Dreams Take Flight, a new children’s book about Flaco the owl. Flaco was a captive Eurasian eagle-owl who escaped the Central Park Zoo in 2023 and lived freely in New York City for over a year. His story captivated millions and has now inspired a new children’s book.
Held in New York City at the Corner Bookstore, the book launch included a reading with author Christine Mott, owl-themed cookies, and take-home activities. In the book, the reader follows Flaco as he navigates the bustling streets of the Big Apple, learns to fly, and makes new friends along the way.
World Animal Protection is working to keep birds where they belong — flying free in the wild. Learn more about our work and help ban the sale of birds in pet stores by signing our pledge.