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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

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Hans
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7 years ago DotsCreated 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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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

Gil Gofer Report

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Max Milo
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Paint me like one of them french girls, and then F**k off!!

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Maddie Bemrose
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes boss I'll have those reports on your desk first thing Monday morning *boss turns around*

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Judy Semmens
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It looks as though he (or she) knows exactly what that gesture means!

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Sherry Mangel-Ferber
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A poignant statement on how the animals feel about our disrespect for their lives....

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Harry Griffin
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

where could i buy this picture. Id like it in a large view for hanging on a wall

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Kari Martinez
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why am I giving you the finger? Because f**k you, that's why!!!

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Aniemeka Louis Onyejekwe
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

U.K. out of U.E., great! In U.E.no more letter "F." From now on "P" is for "F." So PUCK YOU!!! Mr. D**K FUCKSON. It''s not funny

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Carmen Probst
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

:D .Und hier ist der Beweis ,dass wir gemeinsame Vorfahren haben ;-)

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Carmen Probst
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

:D klasse und hier der Beweis, dass das wir gemeinsame Vorfahren haben. ;-)

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Debbie McCarten
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Yeah.....my international hand signal for you in my jungle.....yo, Koko...learned this on my own"

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Kjorn
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i Wonder if he learned what that's mean? Or if he just mimick what the photograph do

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Jonathan Parkin
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How long did the photographer spend teaching him to do that? And how many bananas?

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Dan Mihalache
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For you, ... și alți politicieni! (Completați după dorință pe linia punctată.)

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Kiya Hart
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I a way the forests are becoming caged zoos. Is this a representation of what we call nature ?

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Linda Glen
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tsk, Tsk, children are looking at these photos also. Let's be a good example.

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Nancy Whyte
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The look on the face makes the finger the exclamation mark!

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Pi...
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol! This gorilla should be unleashed on my neighbors!

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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

Ashish Inamdar Report

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Charles Kinsey Report

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Phan Hai-Anh
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7 years ago DotsCreated 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

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Evisa Isabella Rose
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7 years ago DotsCreated 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

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Lauren Foster
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7 years ago DotsCreated 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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