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.

An American influencer visiting Australia has sparked outcry for picking up a baby wombat in a now-deleted Instagram video.

US influencer Samantha Strable, who disgusted Australians by separating a baby wombat from its mother for a video, has left the country.