Instagram influencer Sam Jones faced criticism this week after she was seen picking up a baby wombat from its mother in Australia. Jones issued a lengthy apology on Instagram, explaining that she was worried the baby would be hit by a car. She claimed she only briefly examined the baby wombat before returning it to its mother. While Jones acknowledged she could have handled the situation better, she maintained that her intentions were good and not for social media attention. Wombats are a protected species in Australia, and it is illegal to harm them without proper authorization.Upon facing backlash, Jones decided to leave the country. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the incident, and an online petition called for Jones to be deported and banned from returning. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated that the baby wombat is now safe in Australia. Jones’ actions sparked outrage due to the endangered status of wombats in Australia, leading to calls for stricter consequences for those who violate wildlife protection laws.
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