MONKEYS engaging in some frisky activities and a sea turtle flipping off the camera are among the hilarious snaps leading a competition to celebrate some of wildlife’s funniest moments.
The snaps show some of the most loved animals doing peculiar things like lions sharing a gossip and a giraffe photobombing another.
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards seeks to celebrate the funny side of wildlife and raise awareness for conserving endangered animals.
These are some of the best and funny pictures from this year’s list.
Monkey business
This pair were caught in a very private moment
You must be having a laugh
This seal could not control its laughter.
You seek, I’ll hide
This bear was clearly in the mood for some hide and seek.
I’ve got you babe
This bear hold up a mate who appears to have taken a tumble.
Photo bombed
This giraffe had to get in the flick one way or another.
Strike a pose
“Give us a wave!”
What a year!
This gorilla seems just about fed up.
Get out!
This sea turtle does not look impressed.
Innovative Swing
The monkeys seem to have found an innovative method of play.
Eye see you
With eyes like these, there is no getting past this bug.
She’s a real lady
This spermophile is a picture of elegance
Wakey wakey!
Time to wake up for this racoon.
Lazy day
This monkey looks ready to turn in.
I’ve got the power!
The sweet smell of victory.
Scratch your itch
This monkey had a little case of the itchy backside.
Look, let’s make a deal
Ayala FishaimerThese two seem to be engaged in serious negotiations. [/caption]
Kings of gossip
Bernhard Esterer“Well, Nala told me…”[/caption]
Selfie Cat
Jagdeep RajputThis tiger appears to be taking a glamorous selfie. [/caption]
A pat on the back
Jagdeep RajputThis elephant appears to be congratulating its young.[/caption]
Talk to the hands
(c) Petr SochmanAre these parrots engaged in a heated arguement?[/caption]
Share the joke
MANOJ SHAHA laughing young hippo appears to be telling its mother a joke.[/caption]
Bad hair day
Gail BissonThis reddish egret looks like it woke up on the wrong side. [/caption]
Gotcha!
Olin RogersA lion cub creeps up on another in a hide and seek[/caption]
On yer bike!
Yevhen SamuchenkoThese monkeys are ready for a spin around town. [/caption]
Say cheese!
Arthur Telle ThiemannThis sparisoma looks happy to show off its dashing smile.[/caption]
Pelican magic
Vicki JauronThis pelican seems to be practicing a magical spell.[/caption]
