THIS is the moment a runaway zebra was airlifted by helicopter in a giant net after a week-long rampage. Ed the Zebra was finally captured Sunday after being spotted in a pasture in Christiana,

Ground crews stayed in place while Tango 82 Aviation teams from Fredericksburg, Texas, took to the skies to help locate and recover Ed.

Rutherford County sheriff's deputies say they saw the zebra in a field and continue to track him with a drone.

A runaway pet zebra that was on the loose for more than a week in Tennessee and became an internet sensation in the process was captured Sunday, authorities said.

Ed the zebra is home safe after a dramatic and highly publicized adventure through Middle Tennessee that captivated drivers and residents for more than a week.T

Ed, a runaway zebra, captured hearts and became an online sensation after escaping in Tennessee. Found in Christiana, he was safely airlifted by local authorities. Internet memes quickly emerged, celebrating his escapades across state roadways and neighborhoods,

The missing zebra in Rutherford County has inspired plenty of creativity, from images and advertising to cakes and a song.

The owner confirmed to WSMV4 that they’re working with more drone teams and have reached out to some more teams with dogs.