There's a special species of wombat in Australia that has gone largely unseen over the past few decades, due in no small part to their dwindling population. But just because there aren't too many ...

“Wombats are not cats or dogs and are not just toys to be picked up. Give them space and enjoy just a pat,” added a third. Others against the activity wrote, “this is wildlife, not a pet.

A video has been circulating of a woman taking a baby wombat from its mother. Here’s what experts want us to know about the dangers of interfering with wildlife, even if it seems innocuous.