Prepare to witness nature’s most hilarious moments in this year’s Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. From dancing bears to photobombing penguins, these extraordinary shots capture the lighter side of wildlife. Professional photographers worldwide have submitted their best work, proving that even in the animal kingdom, perfect timing can create pure comedy gold. These images not only bring smiles but also raise awareness about wildlife conservation through humor and heart-warming moments.

13. Preparing for Ice Skating Championship

This pair of gentoo penguins is determined to show everyone that they can take part in a human sport and even win it.

© Andre Erlich / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
They are confident that they will make their families proud. The way they are practicing, we are sure they’ll win.

14. We All Know Who The Husband Is

When it comes to determining the gender of a bird, most people can’t do it because it is the job of an expert.

© Vlado Pirsa / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
But when you look at this photo, you can quickly tell which one is the wife and which one is the husband.

15. “Who Stole My Peanuts?”

This squirrel seems like it is ready to start a war against the world.

© Corey Seeman / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
We all know squirrels love peanuts. And we are pretty mad right now because someone stole the poor squirrel’s winter stock.

16. When Waltz Dance Goes Wrong

Photographer Alastair Marsh captured a series of photos of these two females having a scrap with each other.

© Alastair Marsh / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
Those who do not know the back story of this photo might think that they were having waltz dance and one wrong step caused this hilarious mess.

17. Next Surfing World Champion

This penguin was tired of some lame human surfers attempting to surf the waves and failing every time.

© Elmar Weiss / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
So he decided to show how it is done. Afterward, he started charging one fish per hour for teaching lessons.

18. Learning To Walk Like Humans

These baby grizzly bears know that humans are taking over the homes of every other species on earth.

© Toni Elliott / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
To blend in with the humans, they are learning how to walk like them. Great thinking bears.

19. Space Monkey

This Japanese snow monkey rolled in the snow and came out.

© Roie Galitz / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
Now it looks like it is wearing a spacesuit and is ready to be the first monkey who stepped on moon.

20. ’Don’t You Mess With Me’

We are not sure what they were arguing about, but it seems like it was a dispute on the territory.

© Thomas Mangelsen / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
Apparently, the king penguin was forcefully taking Antarctic fur seal’s area.

21. Calmness Before a Storm

This photo shows what the phrase “calmness before a storm” actually means.

© Co Grift / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
The bird on the right is not fake; it is just that its face is illuminated by the rising sun.

22. Preparing For A Dance Night

The rabbit on the right asked his crush to go on a dance with him. She agreed.

© Philip Marazzi / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 201
Now he doesn’t want to embarrass himself and is taking dance lessons from his friend at 25 carrots per hour charges.

23. ’Hold Me Dear’

Lions love to play with each other, especially the young ones. These two were having a great time as well.

© Adwait Aphale / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
The exciting thing in this picture is the zebras that are wondering “why are they playing? Shouldn’t these lions be chasing us by now?”

24. Awkward Hi

The Alaskan sea otters are a bit awkward creatures, but they are known for their hospitality.

© Donna Bourdon / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
They gave a simple hi to the photographer when she was passing by them on her boat.

25. Enjoying the View

This 10-month-old chimp, named Gombe, is spending the best time of his life.

© Thomas Mangelsen / Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards 2019
He is all relaxed and enjoying the view. Humans also show this trait when they watch their favorite TV show.