WATCH: Kangaroo and man share special moment

A touching video has captured the moment a rescued kangaroo hugs its saviour in Alice Springs.

The Kangaroo Sanctuary Alice Springs shared the video on their Facebook page, naming the Kangaroo as Queen Abi.

"Queen Abi and I just loooove hugs," the caption reads.

The kangaroo stops to hug the man. Source: Facebook / The Kangaroo Sanctuary Alice Springs
The kangaroo stops to hug the man. Source: Facebook / The Kangaroo Sanctuary Alice Springs

"I rescued Abi as a tiny orphan baby about 11 years ago. Abi has always loved hugs. She is such a sweet and beautiful kangaroo."

Warming the hearts of many, social media users have commented expressing how happy the video makes them.

"Awe how lovely, just wonderful ," one user wrote.

The man rescued the kangaroo 11 years ago. Source: Facebook / The Kangaroo Sanctuary Alice Springs
The man rescued the kangaroo 11 years ago. Source: Facebook / The Kangaroo Sanctuary Alice Springs

"Awwww luv these guys," another person said.

Another Facebook user took the opportunity to point out it "just proves that kindness is appreciated in all the species".

"That's beautiful to watch," another comment said.

Newsbreak – June 13