An American influencer who sparked outrage after posting a video of her snatching a baby wombat from its mother while in Australia apologized on Saturday, saying she had acted out of concern for the young animal's welfare.

A now viral video of an American wildlife influencer snatching a baby wombat from its mother on camera during a visit to Australia has caused outraged officials.

There’s never been a better day to be a baby wombat in Australia,” Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said in a statement after a government official confirmed the American had flown from the