Molly, an Instagram-famous magpie known for her unlikely friendship with Peggy, a Staffordshire bull terrier, has been seized by Queensland authorities following allegations against her 'owner', Juliette Wells. The bird, which had garnered a large following on Instagram for its antics with Peggy, is now in the care of the Department of Environment and Science (DESI). The seizure, prompted by a small group of people constantly complaining to wildlife authorities, has sparked a public outcry, leading to over 100,000 Australians signing a petition lobbying for Molly's return to the family that raised her from a chick. Amidst the controversy, Queensland Premier Steven Miles has shown support for reuniting Molly and Peggy, indicating that the separation was due to a permit issue. The story has attracted international attention, highlighting the global interest in Molly's situation.
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Australian news is not just about sharks. Molly the magpie seized by Queensland bureaucrats hits UK and USA mainstream newspapers. https://t.co/26RtHNg6G1
After the public outcry, Queensland Premier Steven Miles appeared to back a push to reunite Peggy, a dog, and Molly, a magpie, who are popular on Instagram. They were separated due to a permit issue. https://t.co/mDsdxGal3C
There has been a huge update after Molly the magpie was taken from his home in Queensland and away from best friends Peggy and Ruby, Staffordshire bull terriers. https://t.co/u5nZgHtG0A
Molly's owners revealed that “a small group of people” had been “constantly complaining” about the magpie to wildlife authorities. https://t.co/BvZoPDRgNm
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The story of Molly the magpie has went viral around the world, as Australian Authorities have embarrassed themselves yet again, by kidnapping Molly the Magpie, (they call it surrendering to authorities ) from its loved family and pet dog friend. Supporting the genocide of… https://t.co/GLU5wVCa8f
The story of Molly the magpie has went viral around the world, as Australian Authorities has embarrassed themselves yet again, by the authorities kidnapping Molly, they call it surrendering to authorities ) from its loved family and pets. Supporting the genocide of unarmed men… https://t.co/IJiZYkcZVX
Steven Miles says "common sense needs to prevail" and the government will work with the 'owners' of Instagram star Molly the magpie after the bird was seized by authorities. #9News https://t.co/hgh7P3GZs6
Molly the magpie: Australia debates seizure of Insta-famous bird https://t.co/nb1jnTppQD
Devastated Aussies have slammed the decision to tear an internet famous magpie from his Queensland family and unlikely dog best friend. https://t.co/30svYWpRJI
A famous Aussie magpie who rose to stardom after becoming best friends with a dog has been seized by authorities amid accusations it was being kept “unlawfully”. https://t.co/hsYTKokDpH
Molly the magpie: Queensland premier backs return of Instagram-hit bird to couple after being seized https://t.co/Q31qyssy7L
Molly and Peggy, no more. 💔 A magpie that won a large following on Instagram after befriending an English staffy has been seized by authorities. #9News FULL STORY: https://t.co/p3pS9Cd4iD https://t.co/ytMZDnr6b0
It was an unlikely friendship, a magpie named Molly and Peggy the Staffordshire bull terrier but their antics have been a hit on Instagram. Now the pair have been separated, with Molly now in the care of DESI. WATCH| STORY : https://t.co/G7AJaq6uBg https://t.co/QCqFSdBmM2
Molly the Magpie: World-famous bird is handed over to the Queensland government after bombshell allegations are made against 'owner' Juliette Wells https://t.co/pPjDA3MwfA https://t.co/LEkkTys8w2
It was an unlikely friendship, a magpie named Molly and Peggy the Staffordshire bull terrier but their antics have been a hit on Instagram. Now these media sensations have been separated. See what prompted action from a government department: https://t.co/G7AJaq6uBg https://t.co/yBFESRmRbw