Playful Images Depicting Animals in Humorous Scenarios Suggesting a Laugh-Inducing Sensibility of Nature
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, now in its fourth year, has announced the finalists for its 2018 contest, showcasing a collection of humorous animal photographs that are not only entertaining but also play a significant role in promoting conservation efforts for wildlife.
The awards, with the motto of "conservation through competition," leverage humor to make wildlife conservation more accessible and engaging for a broader audience. By showcasing the lighter side of wildlife, the competition encourages empathy and involvement in conservation efforts, helping to reduce the perceived distance between humans and wildlife.
One of the standout entries this year features a squirrel doing the splits, while another showcases a penguin giving directions to its partner. New animals are being featured in the contest each year, with the quality of photography improving with each passing edition.
In addition to its entertaining value, the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards also supports conservation financially. The competition donates 10% of its net revenue to the Whitley Fund for Nature, a UK charity that supports conservation leaders across the Global South. This financial support helps fund projects that protect and preserve wildlife habitats.
The competition also has a global reach, attracting thousands of entries from around the world and showcasing diverse wildlife and environments. This global engagement helps spread awareness about conservation issues and the importance of protecting biodiversity. The public is encouraged to participate through voting for the People's Choice Award, further increasing awareness and engagement with conservation efforts.
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards also partners with the Born Free Foundation to emphasize the importance of protecting wildlife. Whether someone is an animal lover or not, they will find the funny animal pictures hilarious, and the competition aims to show that there is still something to laugh about in hard times.
As conservationist Paul Sullam points out, elephants may be gone from East Africa in just 20 years, and lions would follow shortly after. The competition encourages the creation of many small actions to have a big impact on conservation. Sullam believes that one person can make a difference, and the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards are a testament to that belief.
All of the funny animal pictures in the contest are number one in people's hearts, even though only one is crowned the winner. The finalists for the contest are a selection of the funniest animal photos guaranteed to put a smile on your face. The competition is a reminder that even in challenging times, we can find joy and inspiration in the natural world.
- The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, through its partnership with the Born Free Foundation, emphasizes the importance of preserving wildlife and promotes engagement with conservation efforts, not just among animal lovers but for everyone, even in difficult times.
- The quality of photography in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards has improved with each passing year, showcasing a diverse array of animals from home-and-garden creatures to exotic wildlife, making nature and wildlife photography an essential part of the lifestyle and education-and-self-development sector.
- The people's voting for the People's Choice Award in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards not only rewards the funniest animal photo but also helps increase awareness and participation in promoting conservation efforts, demonstrating that small actions can have a significant impact on the future of nature.
