Search for Imprinted Barn Owl that flew away from handler on Long Island

SMITHTOWN, Long Island (WABC) -- Sweetbriar Nature Center on Long Island is asking for help after one of its owls flew off.

The Imprinted Barn Owl named Nebula took off during an educational program on Sunday.

Nebula is not native to the area and depends on humans for her care.

If you see her, don't try to catch her, officials say.

Contact the Sweetbriar Nature Center on Long Island at 631-979-6344.

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