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Hey, guess what? We’re diving straight into some of the funniest wildlife shots from 2025. These animals are caught in moments that are so goofy, you’d think they’re just messing with us. Ready for some laughs? Let’s jump in!
Here, you’ll find birds juggling too much nesting stuff, frogs that look like they’re acting in a play, and an elephant playing hide and seek. Animals aren’t just cool - turns out they can be downright hilarious!
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"Bear Cub's Smile Says ‘Cheese!’" (by Valtteri Mulkahainen, Finland)
This baby bear saw the camera and just couldn’t help but grin like a champ. Looks like someone’s been practicing their ‘smize’!
This contest is all about mixing laughs with a little wildlife love. The photos make you chuckle but also give a tiny nudge to care about nature. Take a peek at the funniest, quirkiest animal moments snapped this year!
"Lion Yawn Choir Hits the Right Notes" (by Meline Ellwanger, USA)
I just got super lucky capturing these three lions all yawning at the same time. Talk about a synchronized snooze fest!
"Snow Surprise for Patient Bird Photographer" (by Erkko Badermann, Finland)
After lots of waiting in the cold and wet, a surprise early snowstorm made taking pictures of some fancy birds way harder. But hey, moments like these make it all worth it!
"Animals Chill Out in the Attributed ‘Smoking Zone’" (by Lars Beygang, Germany)
On my city wildlife rounds, I spotted this chill spot where these critters look like they’re just hanging out, taking a break. Not your typical urban crowd!
"Guillemots Get a Little Too Cozy" (by Warren Price, UK)
These birds crammed into a tiny cliff space like it was Black Friday shopping. Spoiler: They don’t like sharing their turf.
"Hornbill Crashes the Vulture Photoshoot" (by Geoff Martin, UK)
I was aiming for some dramatic vultures, but nope - this cheeky hornbill decided to be the star, right smack in front of my camera. Thanks for nothing, buddy!
"Black Woodpecker Looks Like an Arrow" (by Magnus Berggren, Sweden)
I was hunting eagles when this speedy black woodpecker zipped by, tucked wings and all - like a feathery arrow zooming through the sky. Nailed the shot, even on slow shutter speed!
"Duck Hardly Enjoying Its Day" (by John Speirs, UK)
On a gloomy day, a duck got some sunshine and totally looked like it just went into vacation mode. Ducks can dream, okay?
"Leopard Siblings Having Some Sass" (by Hikkaduwa Liyanage Prasantha Vinod, Sri Lanka)
Two leopard cubs just chilling - one bigger male, one smaller female - looking like they’ve got some sibling drama brewing.
"Lost Bird Can't Find Its Nest" (by Alison Tuck, UK)
A windy day at the cliffs has this little bird looking totally confused. ‘Wait, where did I put my nest again?’
"Red-Crowned Cranes Up To No Good" (by David Rice, USA)
Caught these cranes throwing a crazy morning dance party. It’s like the wild version of a flash mob!
"‘I’m Gonna Be King Someday!’ Lion Kid" (by Bret Saalwaechter, USA)
A lion cub dreaming big, probably picturing their reign as the king of the savannah - or at least getting the best nap spot in the pride.
"Frogs Throwing Unplanned Water Baptism" (by Grayson Bell, USA)
Two green frogs got into a splashy fight beside a pond, and I managed to snap the perfect photo mid-battle. Talk about getting wet for your cause!
"'Darling, Can We Pause This?' Lion Love Interrupted" (by Massimo Felici, Italy)
These lovebirds were in the mood - until a wild thunderstorm crashed the party. No romantics allowed!
"Sifakas Showing Off Their Best Poses" (by Liliana Luca, Italy)
After everyone left, I caught this group of sifakas looking like models with their royal poses. Nature’s finest runway!
"From Austrailia Heat to Japanese Freeze" (by Annette Kirby, Australia)
I flew from hot Aussie summers to the snowy cold of Japan, going from sweating to shivering - but hey, great wildlife shots don’t wait for your comfort!
"Squirrel’s ‘Bad Hair Day’ Struggle" (by Christy Grinton, Canada)
This squirrel’s tail got super wet during baby moving duties and totally covered its head for a second. Felt the squirrel’s fashion pain that morning!
"Amazonian Bird Looking a Bit Under the Weather" (by David Fetters, UK)
Spotted this umbrellabird that looked like it wasn’t feeling so hot and couldn’t even fly properly. Got some rescue vibes going on here!
"Fox Hits the Dance Floor" (by Paula Rustemeier, Germany)
Early days of trying wildlife photography and bam! This fox strikes a pose that’s basically a disco move. Who knew foxes had moves?
"Big Boss Eagle Asks for Attention" (by Michael Stavrakakis, Australia)
Meet the heavyweight champion of eagles - the Steller's Eagle! These giants look like they mean business with wings that could easily double as a small bed.
"Gibbon Looks Like It’s Waiting For a Beer" (by Diana Rebman, USA)
This yellow-cheeked gibbon just chills in the trees like it’s patiently waiting for a bartender to swing by. What’s your drink order, buddy?
"Frog Prince of the Grape Vine" (by Beate Ammer, Australia)
Meet the tiny frog who’s hanging out on my grape vine, probably hoping for a prince's kiss but honestly just here for the grapes.
"Elephant Plays Peek a Boo" (by Henry Szwinto, UK)
This Sri Lankan elephant got playful and peeked out with its big ears like it was in a game of hide and seek. Gotcha!
"Lemur Yoga Class: Flexibility Optional" (by Andrey Giljov, Russia)
One lemur is all in with it, arms raised high like a true yogi. The other one looks like 'Is this really worth it before breakfast?' Flexibility is optional, but drama? Mandatory.
"Alligator Laziness Gets a Stretch" (by Peter Reinold, USA)
I was ready to snap some gators, and this one gave the classic ‘just stretching on the boardwalk’ vibe. Easygoing and chill, reptile style.
"Porcupine Fish Can't Close Its Mouth" (by Bingqian Gao, UK)
Spotted a porcupinefish who looked permanently shocked because it couldn’t close its mouth. A bit of algae was doing its own thing inside. Talk about a fishy hairstyle!
"Monkeys Put On a Circus Show" (by Kalin Botev, Bulgaria)
While honeymooning in Africa, I caught these monkeys acting like they were on a stage. Rain or shine, they know how to put on a show!
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