Article created by: Vėja Elkimavičiūtė

Quality humor. A passion for conservation. A deep love of photography. And a whole lot of fun! That’s how we see the legendary Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards—an annual competition that invites photographers from all around the globe to share their funniest and wittiest animal photos.

Our team here at Bored Panda wanted to celebrate the project in all of its glory, so we’ve curated a list of the most hilarious and powerful entrant images from over the years. Scroll down for a good dose of humor, as well as some inspiration to grab your camera or phone and explore the Great Outdoors.

2024 is a huge milestone because it is the 10th year that the competition will be running! Bored Panda reached out to the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards team for a chat.

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#1

Laughing Dormouse (2017)

Smiling mouse on white flowers, a hilarious entry in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    Laid Back (2019)

    Chimpanzee sitting with a humorous expression, surrounded by others, in a comedic wildlife photography setting.

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    #3

    Talk To The Fin! (2022)

    Two penguins on a beach, one looking away while the other poses humorously. Comedy Wildlife Photography.

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    (2020)

    Two giraffes in a humorous pose, one photobombing the other, in a wildlife setting. Comedy Wildlife Photography.

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    #5

    (2020)

    A squirrel stands upright in a field, appearing to sing to the sky, showcasing comedy wildlife photography.

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    #6

    Winner 2023, Air Guitar Roo (2023)

    Kangaroo in a field of yellow flowers, posing humorously, during the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #7

    Help (2017)

    Three owls perched on a branch, with one playfully hanging upside down, captured for Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #8

    Rhinopeacok (2018)

    A rhino with a bird behind, resembling a peacock tail, from Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #9

    Squirrel Wishes (2019)

    Squirrel interacts with a dandelion, caught in a comedic wildlife photography moment.

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    #10

    Fun For All Ages (2020)

    Monkeys on a tree, with one playfully hanging down, showcasing wildlife comedy photography.

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    #11

    Majestic And Graceful Bald Eagle (2021)

    Eagle humorously caught in a tree, showcasing incredible comedic wildlife photography skills.

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    #12

    Wildlife Photograbear (2018)

    Polar bear mimicking a wildlife photographer with a camera on tripod in icy landscape.

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    #13

    Smiley, Parrot Fish From El Hierro, Canary Islands (2020)

    Colorful fish with a comical expression, featured in Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #14

    The Wink (2022)

    Winking fox in a forest setting, showcasing a humorous wildlife photography moment.

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    #15

    He's Right Behind Me Isn't He? (2019)

    Fish with surprised expression, photobombed by a shark in the background, from Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #16

    Excuse Me...pardon Me! (2022)

    A row of turtles on a log in water, with one bird standing among them, capturing a comical wildlife moment.

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    #17

    Splits (2018)

    Squirrel doing splits between flowers, captured for Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #18

    Hitching A Ride (2017)

    Polar bear in a funny pose in a snowy landscape, highlighting incredible comedy wildlife photography.

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    #19

    Tight Fit (2015)

    Owl duo peeking from tree hollow, capturing a comedic wildlife moment.

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    #20

    I Guess Summer Is Over (2021)

    Pigeon with a leaf on its head in a funny position, capturing a moment for the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #21

    Angel Bear (2016)

    Bear with wings made by a bird in Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, swimming in water near rocks and a seagull.

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    #22

    Oh My (2019)

    A surprised otter holds its face with paws, showcasing comedy wildlife photography.

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    #23

    Holly Jolly Snowy (2019)

    Laughing snowy owl on sandy dunes; Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards entry.

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    #24

    (2020)

    Kingfisher with a fish on "No Fishing" sign, a humorous entry in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #25

    Happy New Year Everyone (2022)

    Raccoon raising its paw humorously in snowy setting at Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #26

    Enough! (2020)

    Two birds on a branch, one playfully covering the other's face with its wing, capturing a humorous wildlife moment.

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    #27

    (2020)

    Elephants walking through lush greenery in a comedic wildlife photography shot.

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    #28

    Quarantine Life (2021)

    Raccoons peeking from a tree hollow, capturing a humorous wildlife moment.

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    #29

    Monday Morning Mood (2021)

    Grumpy bird with piercing eyes from Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, showcasing humorous wildlife expressions.

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    #30

    Time For School (2021)

    Otter playfully holding another otter in water, a submission to the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #31

    Seriously, Would You Share Some? (2020)

    Two puffins on grass, one holding fishes in beak, captured for Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #32

    (2020)

    A young fox curiously looks at a small bird among rocks, showcasing a comedic wildlife moment.

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    #33

    How Funny Was That? (2018)

    Two lions resting in the grass, one yawning, capturing a humorous moment in wildlife photography.

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    #34

    Mum Life (2022)

    Two monkeys embracing in the forest, one covering its face, showcasing a humorous moment from Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #35

    Maniacs (2022)

    Two vultures standing with wings outstretched on a grassy terrain, captured for Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #36

    Mother Returned From Her Parents Meeting From School (2018)

    Bear cubs climbing a tree with an adult bear nearby in a forest, showcasing comedic wildlife photography.

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    #37

    Did I Say You Could Take My Picture? (2021)

    Small bird with a funny expression perched among branches, a submission to Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #38

    No Butter Or Salt? (2016)

    Chipmunk with puffed cheeks munching on a corn cob, featured in Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #39

    (2020)

    A bird humorously checking its feathers on a sandy beach, showcasing comedy wildlife photography.

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    #40

    Fight Back (2022)

    Bear in a river attempts to catch a leaping fish, showcasing incredible comedy wildlife photography.

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    #41

    Pair Ice Skating (2019)

    Two penguins walking humorously on rocky terrain, Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #42

    Happy (2018)

    Lion and lioness in a humorous interaction, showcasing incredible wildlife photography.

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    #43

    Not So Cat-Like Reflexes (2022)

    Lion cub humorously falling from a tree, showcasing comedy wildlife photography.

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    #44

    Push Me Pull You (2016)

    Two rhinos aligned perfectly, appearing as one, in a humorous wildlife photography shot.

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    #45

    Laughing Snake (2021)

    A snake with an open mouth, appearing to smile humorously, from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #46

    Surfing South Atlantic Style (2019)

    Penguin caught mid-action in a wave at the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #47

    It's All Kicking Off! (2022)

    Kangaroos playfully interacting on a beach at sunset, capturing wildlife comedy moments in nature.



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