Wildlife Comedy Awards 2025 has officially announced its winners, bringing laughter and joy to nature lovers around the world. The globally recognized competition once again showcased the lighter side of wildlife photography, proving that animals can be just as humorous as they are majestic.

This year’s Wildlife Comedy Awards 2025 attracted an incredible level of interest, with entries submitted from 109 countries. According to reports shared by the BBC, more than 10,000 photographs were sent to the jury, marking the highest number of submissions in the 11-year history of the competition.

A Hilarious Gorilla Wins First Place

The top prize at the Wildlife Comedy Awards 2025 went to photographer Mark Meth Cohn, who captured an unforgettable moment in Rwanda. His winning photograph features a gorilla striking an unexpectedly funny pose, leaving viewers smiling at first glance.

Speaking about the experience, Cohn said that watching the gorilla’s behavior was “an absolute joy,” adding that moments like these remind people how expressive and entertaining wildlife can be when observed patiently in their natural habitat.

The image quickly gained attention after the announcement, with many calling it one of the funniest wildlife photographs ever taken.

Young Talents Shine in Special Categories

The competition also celebrated young photographers who managed to capture amusing wildlife moments.

In the Under 16 category, Grayson Bell won with a playful photograph taken in Maine, USA, showing two frogs appearing to wrestle with each other. Despite his young age, Bell’s photo impressed the judges with its perfect timing and storytelling.

Meanwhile, the Under 25 category was won by Paula Rustemeier, who photographed dancing red foxes. The image stood out for its sense of rhythm and movement, making it look as if the foxes were performing a choreographed dance in the wild.

Celebrating Humor in Nature

The Wildlife Comedy Awards 2025 continues to grow in popularity each year, not only celebrating photography skills but also raising awareness about wildlife conservation. By showing animals in humorous and relatable situations, the competition helps people connect emotionally with nature.

Organizers say the goal is simple: to make people smile while reminding them of the importance of protecting wildlife and natural ecosystems.

As the competition expands globally, expectations are already rising for next year’s entries, with photographers eager to capture the next unforgettable moment in the wild.