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The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2016 (see 2015 here) came to an end on October 1st, and the shortlisted final 40 beautiful photos have finally been revealed.

Laughter is not the only thing this annual photo contest that focuses on revealing the amusing side of nature wants to bring you, though – as the authors state on their website, “way more importantly, this photography contest is about conservation.“ They work together with Born Free Foundation, animal welfare, and conservation charity, that takes action worldwide to save lives, stop suffering, and protect species in the wild.

Founded by two passionate wildlife photographers, these photography awards showcases the cute silliness of glorious animal kingdom. This year‘s awards have six amazing categories to explore and we assure you that there‘s no shortage of funny photos in them. Take a look at the best photos below and vote for your favorites!

More info: comedywildlifephoto.com (h/t)

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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

Adam Parsons Report

Hans
Community Member
9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The rare, big headed nose-falcon. Only its feet are submerged. Scientists still cannot explain its ability to actually fly.

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    Gil Gofer Report

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    Angela Bohlke Report

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    Mario Gustavo Fiorucci Report

    Hans
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Family photos...there is always someone looking akward.

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    #6

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    Perdita Petzl Report

    Evisa Isabella Rose
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *Next we are going to play the ''Moonlight sonate'' by Beethoven...* ;-)

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    Artyom Krivosheev Report

    Tricia Ferrell
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so creepy yet adorable. I can relate.

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    #9

    Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

    Ashish Inamdar Report

    Anna Brandigi
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you were watching a movie with your parents and a sex scene comes on

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    #10

    Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

    Henrik Spranz Report

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    James Mitson Report

    Milos Gajic
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Guys, I've brought some weed!"

    Elena
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine this coming at you

    Linda Glen
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am your worst nightmare, (and mine too! Can't see a thing).

    Hans
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Camounflage or stocking up on food...you decide.

    Shahzadi Mahnoor Awan
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's actually doing it to impress a mate 😏

    Annie Delahunty
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I can't see them they can't see me.

    Cathe Maples
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shuddup bout my new weave bishes.....

    Nathalie Bolle
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    got no time to go to the heardresser

    Judy Semmens
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think my fascinator's a bit too big.

    Yeyé Agudelo
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I hope they get my Halloween costume"

    photographyaxis
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All photos are really good . Tough to give a winner from these imho.Getting a funny image during wildlife photography is not that easy.

    Susan Pratt
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not funny at all ,with a tree stump on it's head ,poor thing is totally defenseless

    Debbie McCarten
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "James Bond has nothing on me.....I am the under cover brother...oh, darn, there's my brother...think stealth...I am invisible"

    Heather McPherson
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This year I'm gonna win! No one will suspect me. I am CAMO!

    Susan Maclennan
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought we were playing hide and seek?!

    Wendy Williams
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the food who's got the movies LOL

    Leeann Tye-Biss
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She shouldn't see me coming now.........

    Donald Sutton
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something I learnt in the Army Reserves - now what was it called? Ahh yes Camoflage.

    Kerry Hannah
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thats not a reindeer its a bush buck

    Rosie Fuller
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely nothing to see here.....nothinggggg

    Kamila Jezierewska
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah, that's the same way my dog looks like when he goes out of the bushes

    Marius Andrei
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They wont see me coming.....Ninja!!

    Alyson Sylva
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make sure you include a giant three toed foot

    Amber H
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The next comp needs to be captioning these pics!!

    Maddie Bemrose
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    White girls aren't the only ones who can rock the flower crown

    Iepuras Pàdure
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Il Presidente:"ho troppi pensieri per la testa"!!

    Keddie Empleo
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh Deer. Rodolf Does it Again! This time with new Christmas decor ornaments. Sure Rodolf does not want to be toppled with his new fashion statement. Christmas sure comes early this year.

    Phan Hai-Anh
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hello there? Can any one tell me which way to go out of the forrest? I got lost for a whole year! Last year, there was a dude who took a picture of me but he never show me the way!!!!

    Yuvi Rughoonauth
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Huh?! Someone turned off the lights...I can't see!!!

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    #16

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    George Dian Balan Report

    Hans
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The rare, yet deadly double-headed rhinodoublerous.

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    Austin Thomas Report

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    Alex Jevon Report

    Hans
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone please photoshop a disco ball in there.

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    #21

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    Ross Couper Report

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    Barb D'Arpino Report

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    Caroline Tout Report

    Hans
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you gotta go, you gotta go.

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    #25

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    Michael Erwin Report

    Shana Richer
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nibbles had always dreamed of the circus life.

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    #27

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    Charles Kinsey Report

    Phan Hai-Anh
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Represent! The Headless Penguins Templar Army ~ They are very strong, they are fearless, and they cannot see way!

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    Brigitta Moser Report

    Evisa Isabella Rose
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *All you do is eat, drink beer and watch football! You never pay attention to me and my emotions! NEVER!* XD

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    Rob Kroenert Report

    Lauren Foster
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was at this moment Herman knew it was time to get his eyes checked.

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    Nicholas De Vault Report

    Cookie
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't talk with your mouth full, sonny.

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    #40

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    Jim Chen Report

    Hans
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Spongebob seems to actually be a fish.

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    The contest not only delights audiences with amusing images but also emphasizes conservation efforts. By partnering with the Born Free Foundation, the awards aim to raise awareness and protection for wildlife.

    For a more detailed glimpse into these conservation efforts, consider exploring the entries that specifically highlight the amusing side of nature.