Drivers across three lanes stop to allow mother duck to cross the road with babies

A heartwarming clip of a mama duck crossing a perilous motorway with her babies has gone viral online.

Footage of the Northern Motorway in Auckland, New Zealand shows not one but three lanes of traffic stopping as they wait for the cute birds to cross the road.

The clip was shared on Twitter and people praised the drivers and their patience.

People couldn't get enough of the adorable moment

It's probably the best reason for a traffic jam. Ever.

Someone get on these...

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