We’ve featured a few wildlife competitions in 2017, but none of them will make you laugh, smile and generally inspire like the Comedy Wildlife Awards. The images show animal photo bombs, creatures smiling (and swearing) plus the odd comedy composition, but the real message of the competition is a little more serious.
This doormouse seems to be having a great time. Image by Andrea Zampatti.
Founded by Tanzania-based photographers Paul Joynson-Hicks MBE and Tom Sullam, the aim of the awards is to put a spotlight on wildlife conservation efforts while simultaneously injecting some humour into the world of wildlife photography.
Nothing to see here. Just a kung-fu kangaroo. Image by Andrey Giljov.
This year’s competition received a staggering 3500 entries from 86 different countries and the images were assessed by a judging panel that included UK wildlife TV presenter Kate Humble, actor and comedian Hugh Dennis and wildlife photographer Will Burrard-Lucas.
Mr Seal sees the funny side of the joke. Image by Brian Valente.
In addition to this year’s competition, CWPA has just launched two books: the 'Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards' and 'Wild and Crazy: Photos from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards'. 10% of all proceeds go to the Born Free Foundation, so get your copy via the Comedy Wildlife website here.
On the way to Sunday service. Image by Carl Henry.
Now, let's check out some more of our favourite images from the shortlisted entries. . . and we apologise in advance for the terrible puns. . .
Oh dear, that's a smelly hole in one! Image by Douglas Croft.
Glad to see the shark is looking after its teeth. Image by Eugene Kitsios.
Just a little light (aircraft) lunch. Image by Graeme Guy.
Going ape on the bike. Image by Katy Laveck-Foster.
'What do you mean 'smile'! How rude! Image by Linda Oliver
Hitching a ride to work? Image by Jean-Jacques Alcalay.
Three's a crowd? This owlet is looking hawkward! Image by Melissa Usrey.
Otter in party mode. Image by Penny Palmer.
These penguins have no head for taking pictures. Image by Monique Joris.
Kids can be a pain in the butt. Image by Daisy Gilardini.
I think this is what they call the bear necessities. Image by Bence Mate.
. digitalrev.com2017-11-29 03:00
