{"id":924837,"date":"2026-10-08T04:02:26","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T04:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/924837\/"},"modified":"2026-10-08T04:02:26","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T04:02:26","slug":"nikon-comedy-wildlife-awards-2026-have-announced-the-finalists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/924837\/","title":{"rendered":"Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026 Have Announced the Finalists"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Marek Jackowski, \u201cSmile\u201d \u00a9 Marek Jackowski \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a reason to giggle today, you don\u2019t need to look far. The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards<\/a> 2026 has shared its finalists for this year\u2019s competition, and the entries show a sillier side of the creature kingdom that\u2019s sure to make you smile. From animal expressions that make you go, \u201cSame,\u201d to hilarious happenstance, it\u2019s the lighter side of wildlife photography.<\/p>\n

The 2026 contest drew 10,000 entries from 112 countries\u2014its highest ever. \u201cWhat began as a small effort to raise awareness of wildlife conservation has grown into something far bigger than we ever imagined,\u201d explains awards Co-Founder Tom Sullam. \u201cWe use humor to get people to feel empathy towards wildlife, and it\u2019s that empathy that creates behavioral change for the better.\u201d<\/p>\n

There are over 40 finalists in total, featuring a variety of species. Some images capture animals donning expressions like the ones we\u2019d make ourselves, such as Jan Wittmer\u2019s Angry Bird. Who hasn\u2019t had a frown that large when it feels like nothing is going right? Other photos are funny because they are bizarre, and Fish-headed bird by Eigil B Jensen is one of them. The image shows one of our feathered friends with a fish in its beak, but Jensen captured it at such an angle\u2014where we see the fish\u2019s entire body\u2014that it looks like the aquatic animal actually replaced the bird\u2019s head. It makes you do a double take!<\/p>\n

Scroll down to see a selection of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026 finalists. Then, visit the contest website<\/a> to see more funny photos. While you\u2019re there, cast your vote for the STERNA People’s Choice Award<\/a> and look for the winners when they are announced on December 8, 2026.\n<\/p>\n

The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026 has shared its finalists for this year\u2019s competition.
\n\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Jan Wittmer, \u201cAngry bird\u201d \u00a9 Jan Wittmer \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

The entries show a sillier side of the creature kingdom that\u2019s sure to make you smile.
\n\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Eigil B Jensen, \u201cFish-headed bird\u201d \u00a9 Eigil B Jensen \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

The 2026 contest drew 10,000 entries from 112 countries\u2014its highest ever.
\n\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Cliff Fawcett, \u201cIf I can\u2019t see you\u201d \u00a9 Cliff Fawcett \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Finalists<\/p>\n

David Lee, \u201cThe Leap He\u2019ll Never Forget\/Crash Landing. (Under 25 Category)\u201d \u00a9 David Lee \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Tapani Linnanm\u00e4ki, \u201cFashion fades. Feather coats are forever\u201d \u00a9 Tapani Linnanm\u00e4ki \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

Over 40 finalists feature a variety of species.
\n\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Scott Suraino, \u201cMorning calisthenics\u201d \u00a9 Scott Suraino \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife
Scott Suriano
Title: Morning Calisthenics
Description: Sexy Beach Bodies aren’t given, they are earned! This furry apex predator begins her morning exercise routine with some rigorous \u201cRussian Twist\u201d calisthenics. No rest days for this dedicated beach babe as she puts in the work to get herself ready for the upcoming summer bikini season.
Animal: Brown Bear
Location of shot: Lake Clark, Alaska<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Udo Harms, \u201cLittle Godzilla\u201d \u00a9 Udo Harms \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

Winners will be announced on December 8, 2026.
\n\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Paolo Torre, \u201cElvis\u201d \u00a9 Paolo Torre \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Nic Oireachtaigh, \u201cZonkling\u201d \u00a9 Nic Oireachtaigh \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Natalie Veekmans, \u201cThis is my best side\u201d \u00a9 Natalie Veekmans \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Tanner Mansell, \u201cSpicy Orangutan\u201d \u00a9 Tanner Mansell \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Barbara Seiberl-Stark, \u201cPush Over\u201d \u00a9 Barbara Seiberl-Stark \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Andy Rouse, \u201cDoris with her hat\u201d \u00a9 Andy Rouse \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Andy Parkinson, \u201cHercules the baboon\u201d \u00a9 Andy Parkinson \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Eric Boren, \u201cIf I were just a little faster\u2026\u201d \u00a9 Eric Boren \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

\"Nikon<\/p>\n

Kevin Lohman, \u201cAre You Kidding Me?\u201d \u00a9 Kevin Lohman \/ Nikon Comedy Wildlife<\/p>\n

Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards:\u00a0Website<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Facebook<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Instagram<\/a>
\nMy Modern Met granted permission to feature photos by Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.
\nRelated Articles:
\nAdorably Funny Winners of the 2024 Comedy Pet Photo Awards<\/a>
\nKangaroo Strumming an Air Guitar Wins Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards<\/a>
\nFunny Winners of the 2024 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards<\/a>
\nDancing Gorilla Wins Top Prize in the 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards<\/a>
\n