A U.S. influencer who stole a screaming baby wombat from its mom has reportedly left Australia after facing backlash over the controversial video.

Sam Jones, a US influencer who briefly snatched a baby wombat from its distressed mother, and uploaded the footage to social media has left Australia.

The US influencer who was filmed briefly taking a baby wombat away from its mum has now left Australia voluntarily. Sam Jones, who describes herself as an "outdoor enthusiast and hunter" on Instagram, was criticised by the Australian prime minister after the video sparked outrage.