The 2017 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards (see 2016 and 2015) are still accepting entries but while the judges are warming up we can already take a peek at some of the best photos of the photography contest.

Despite the humorous approach, this photo contest isn't just about amusement. Photographers Paul Joynson-Hicks and Tom Sullam founded them to spotlight wildlife conservation efforts as well.

"The last two years have seen some amazing pictures," they said. "We want to see even more wild animals represented than before. Go out and photograph, wherever you are... a squirrel could win the competition. We want to raise awareness of conservation of all animals all over the world, so wherever you are, take pictures of those wilder things!"

The deadline for entries is on the 30th of September, so many fantastically funny photos are yet to be submitted, but we thought we'd share a collection of our favorite snaps so far.

More info: comedywildlifephoto.com (h/t: dyt)

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#1

Help!!!, Opusztaszer, Hungary By Tibor Kercz

Three owlets perched on a branch, one slipping off, capturing a comedic moment in wildlife photography.

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    Must Have Three-putted, San Jose, California By Douglas Croft

    A fox on a golf course green near a flag pole, featuring a comedic wildlife moment.

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    Stopped By A Toll Collector, Queensland, Australia By Katarina Denesova

    An owl on a dark road, illuminated by a spotlight, featured in Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #4

    San Simeon, California By George Cathcart

    Two seals with amusing expressions on a beach, capturing a comedic wildlife moment.

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    Outsourcing Seatbelt Checks, Masai Mara, Kenya By Graeme Guy

    Giraffes with a plane seemingly on one’s head, showcasing a funny moment from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #6

    Kung Fu Training - Australian Style, Flowers Gap, Australia By Andrey Giljov

    A kangaroo posing humorously in a field, resembling a dancer, from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #7

    I’m Ok, Analamazaotra Special Reserve, Madagascar By Yamamoto Tsuneo

    Wildlife comedy: a lemur striking a funny pose while hanging from a tree branch.

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    #8

    Three Tanors, South Georgia Island By Roie Galitz

    Seals with mouths open, appearing to laugh, capture the essence of comedy wildlife photography.

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    Pirate In Disguise, Metropolitana, Chile By Andres Vejar

    Owl humorously squinting with one eye in Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards entry.

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    #10

    Pikachu!, Ramat Gan, Israel By Nadav Bagim

    Cute yellow bug peeking over a green leaf, showcasing a humorous moment from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #11

    Hello? Are You Awake?, Vancouver, British Columbia By Kristine Mayes

    Three birds on a branch interacting humorously, perfect for comedy wildlife photography enthusiasts.

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    #12

    Trouble In Parad’ice, Antarctica By Peter Odeh

    Two penguins on snow, one looking down, a funny moment captured in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    #13

    Oooh Matron - Carry On Up The Jungle!, Tanzania By Gill Merritt

    Lion mid-yawn in a comical pose, showcasing funny wildlife photography from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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    The Operating System Cannot Run, Isla Martillo, Beagle Channel

    Penguin with wings raised, captured mid-call on a pebbled beach, featured in Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

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