Authorities threatened influencer Sam Jones with deportation after she posted a video of herself with the joey.

Outdoor enthusiast Sam Jones left Australia after posting a video of herself separating a baby wombat from its mom on a dark road. Australians are cheering her departure and worrying about the animal.

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.