New York zoo ends attempt to recapture Flaco the owl in Central Park

Officials say they will keep close eye on Eurasian eagle-owl, who has been successful at hunting the city's plentiful supply of rats

For two weeks, an owl that escaped the Central Park Zoo has eluded capture as legions of fans worry about its ability to survive in New York City.

Would Flaco, a majestic Eurasian eagle-owl, go hungry because he had not developed an ability to hunt while in captivity? The answer was a resounding no: Flaco is feeding on park rats.