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.

The self-described wildlife biologist filmed herself taking the distressed animal from its mother. She has since left Australia amid calls for her deportation.

AN American influencer who snatched a baby wombat from its mother has broken her silence, saying she is “truly sorry” for the distress caused. Sam Jones, whose real name is Samantha