The funniest animals, if they exist, are not a photomontage but simply nature being itself. And it is not very common to see a funny turtle, a dancing otter, or birds in the middle of a fight. But, they are some of the funny images that nature offers us. In the wild animal world, tenderness and comedy also have their place, as demonstrated by the Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2023, which has been collecting charming scenes since 2015. This edition attracted 5,300 entries from 1,842 contestants, and here we compile the best ones for you.
Funniest Little Animals, According to the Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards
The funniest wildlife returns one more year with the Comedy Wildlife Awards to delight us with a dose of laughter and good photography. Animals are caught in very human positions that show us their funniest side. In addition to making us laugh, the contest donates part of its profits every year to different NGOs linked to biodiversity and wildlife.
“Air Guitar Roo” by Photographer Jason Moore
In the image, we find a kangaroo that seems to be playing an invisible guitar with great energy. Jason shared that, discouraged after a failed waterfowl shooting session, he approached a bush area where kangaroos often feed. Taking advantage of the favorable morning light, he captured the snapshot that would become the winner.
Underwater Photographer Otter Kwek
The winner of the Underwater category was an image of a dancer-like otter, taken by a Singaporean photographer called Otter Kwek, either a pseudonym or a global example of nominative determinism.
“Portfolio” of Photographer Timea Ambrus
The photograph taken by Timea Ambrus depicts a squirrel trying to catch a ball, or so it seems when its capture is thwarted by a sudden fall.
“Unexpected Dive” by Photographer Vittorio Ricci
A heron faces the water in this photograph taken by Italian Vittorio Ricci in South Africa’s Zimanga Private Game Reserve.
“Dispute” by Photographer Jacek Stankiewicz
Winner of the Junior Award and People’s Choice categories, Polish photographer Jacek Stankiewicz saw this young Greenfinch putting the world to rights in this heated discussion with his elder.
This story was written in Spanish by Perla Vallejo in Ecoosfera
