30 People Who Took The Funniest Pics And Finally Had A Chance To Show Them To The World

According to Wood, from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards project which focuses on humor and conservation, there are a few main reasons why animal photos are such a deep part of internet culture. One of these factors is the format itself.

"It is easy to create the content to start with," she said. "To take the photo, you just need a smartphone, which most people have access to."

What also helps is the current state of the internet. "Online platforms have made it so easy to share content nowadays," Wood told Bored Panda that it's incredibly easy to share one's work with friends, colleagues, and followers alike.

"A visual image is immediately accessible, there are no barriers like language and culture. You can understand it instantly. And then who doesn’t love a cute puppy or a naughty cat—our love for animals stretches across the globe. It’s fun to share this connection."

In Wood's opinion, animal photos won't be going away anytime soon. They're here to stay. "Let's hope so, anyway," the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards team member said.

In the meantime, we were curious to get her take on photographers sharing their work online, which is a big part of marketing one's talents and skills. After all, quite a few creatives might feel shy or even outright scared of showcasing their work on the internet, due to potential criticism. 

According to Wood, every situation is personal. "Everyone deals with exposure and criticism differently," she said.

"I would suggest starting slowly, build up your following gradually with content that you are really happy and proud to put your name to, engage with fellow creatives in your area, the internet can be a positive and supportive tool, and don’t be put off by negative comments."

To see some more inspiring and humorous animal photos, be sure to take a peek at this year's Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards finalists. Don't forget to vote for your favorite in the People's Choice Award on their website.