10 Hilarious Photos from the 2017 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Photography requires a well-trained eye, excellent technique and a lot of luck. Sometimes, when the timing works out perfectly, that hard work can result in hilarious photos. That's certainly the case for all 40 finalists of the 2017 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, an annual contest that aims to put a spotlight on wildlife conservation efforts while showcasing the humor in the world of wildlife photography.
George Cathcart | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"WTF"
The finalists were recently announced for the contest that received more than 3,500 entries from 86 countries this year. The photos will go to a panel of judges that includes wildlife TV presenter Kate Humble, actor and comedian Hugh Dennis, wildlife photographer Will Burrard-Lucas, wildlife expert Will Travers and the Telegraph’s online travel editor Oliver Smith. The winners — which are judged by photography technique and hilarity — will be announced on Dec. 14.
Check out our favorite finalists featuring marine animals below, and check out the complete set of finalists here. You can also buy a book of the contest's best entries through the years on Amazon.
Troy Mayne | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Get Out of Here"
Roie Galitz | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"The Three Tenors"
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Tanakit Suwanyangyaun | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Say Cheese"
Penny Palmer | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Cheering Sea Otter"
Monique Jöris | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Headless Penguins"
Carl Henry | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"All Dressed and Ready for Church"
Brian Valente | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Laughing Seal"
Arkaprava Ghosh | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Let Me Clear My Vision"
Eugene Kitsios | Courtesy Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards"Smile!"
