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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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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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Ashish Inamdar Report

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Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards Shortlist

Patricia Bauchman Report

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

"You're gonna take a left at the patch of grass and keep going until you hit the ram with 3 legs. He'll tell you where to go from there."

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

You go that way and I'll... no, no it isn't a cliff... go ahead, it's safe. No, it just looks like a cliff... really, trust me.

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

Your going after this guy, when I give the signal, put your head down. And hit him as hard as you can... BREAK

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

Are we there yet? No, we have to go South another 500 miles then make a left...

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

"Seriously...go for, you can take him...she is sooo worth it...I'll wait here"

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

Awesome picture and I love the comments. I couldn't think of anything new or unique to say....sorry.

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

You just have to go down this road, and them turn left at the stream.

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

Go straight, take second left, then first right after crossing the river and you`re there.

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

you go that way, after the stop you turn left and then right and you'll be there

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

So, off the rock, over the streams, over the bobcat, vertical jump onto the outcropping, sidestep the cliff, Nothing but net.

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

Put your little foot in.. put your little foot out...put your little foot in and shake in all about...

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

Turn left at the bottom of that mountain, climb halfway up and you are well on your way to the Andes.

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Cheryl VanDen Bruel
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"what's that over there?" (While using his other front leg to reach around and take his ice cream )

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

Ok, so you go this way for about a mile, then you take a right,... no, left, no... DAMN IT!

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

"Now Bob, you're gonna take a left at that bush and keep going for about 3 hoof clicks and you are there!"

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Superluminal1
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You put your right hoof in And you shake it all about You do the hokey pokey And you turn yourself around That's what it's all about!

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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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