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Perfectly timed snaps of silly creatures in comedy wildlife finals

Perfectly timed snaps of silly creatures in comedy wildlife finals
ABC Australia Friday 02 October 2026, 04:33 UTC By Georgie Hewson 1 min read
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A cheeky orangutan, a charismatic crocodile and a sleepy hummingbird are among the finalists for this year's Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. The competition, known for its celebration of the animal kingdom's silliest moments, will announce a winner in December. More than 10,000 entries were submitted by professional and amateur photographers who wanted to capture the world's creatures in all their glory.

A cheeky orangutan, a charismatic crocodile and a sleepy hummingbird are among the finalists for this year's Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. The competition, known for its celebration of the animal kingdom's silliest moments, will announce a winner in December. More than 10,000 entries were submitted by professional and amateur photographers who wanted to capture the world's creatures in all their glory. Take a look at the finalists' photos.
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