If you’ve ever needed proof that the animal kingdom is chock-full of comedians, look no further than the finalists of this year’s Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.
These photos capture our furry and feathered friends at their funniest, quirkiest, and downright goofiest. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy
Childish Wonder
Photographer Brigitte Alcalay Marcon, on a safari at Kruger National Park, South Africa, managed to snap a picture of a young chacma baboon riding on its mother’s back. What’s priceless about this shot is the baboon’s wide-eyed look of astonishment as it points to its own cheek
The Lion Sleeps Tonight…
In the Masai Mara, Kenya, photographer Christian Hargasser caught a lion cub in a rather awkward moment.
The Fantastic Mr. Fox
Dakota Vaccaro’s lens captured a grey fox in the U.S. striking a pose that would make even Winston Churchill proud. With a stick in its mouth, this fox appears to be practicing its finest cigar-smoking impression.
Just Stretching Out His ‘Fish’ Legs
Photographer Danielle Goonan dove beneath the waves to capture an unforgettable moment: a batfish swimming alongside a diver. The result? A hilarious illusion.
That’s One ‘Sassy’ Monkey
Delphine Casimir found herself in Bali, face-to-face with a monkey who seems to be rewriting the rules of lounging. Lying sideways and holding its tail in one hand, this monkey is the epitome of laid-back elegance.
Say Cheese!
At Kruger National Park in South Africa, Henry Keepin encountered a painted wolf with an irresistible grin. It’s the kind of smile that could brighten even the gloomiest of days.
Tattletale
Jacek Stankiewicz was observing birds in the Bialowieza Forest when he captured a snapshot that appears to depict two feathered friends in a heated debate. One bird even seems to be dramatically pointing somewhere.
Rock ‘n’ Roo
Down in Perth, Australia, Jason Moore stumbled upon a grey kangaroo that looked like it was practicing some serious air guitar skills. Move over, rock legends – this kangaroo’s got some groovy moves!
Workweek Blues
John Blumenkamp encountered a great grey owl that perfectly embodied the sentiment of every Monday morning. With a slump pose and a look that says, “Is Monday over yet?”
Turtle’s Awe
In Israel’s Jezreel Valley, Tzahi Finkelstein caught a priceless moment between a turtle and a dragonfly. The turtle appears utterly awestruck by the dragonfly that landed on its nose, a whimsical meeting between two creatures from different worlds.
These uproarious photos prove that the animal kingdom has its fair share of characters and comedians, reminding us that laughter is indeed universal, even in the wild.
