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Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2024: Humor and nature in focus

2024-12-30

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2024 have named this year's winners and offer charming images that highlight both humor and the importance of nature conservation. The competition combines humor with an important message about nature conservation and reminds us of the importance of protecting our planet.

This year's winning article image, "Squirrel Stuck in a Tree", is photographed by Milko Marchetti from Italy. It depicts a squirrel that appears to be stuck in a tree, creating an unforgettable comic moment.

About the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards

The competition was founded in 2015 by photographers Paul Joynson-Hicks and Tom Sullam. It aims to highlight the importance of nature conservation by showing the more humorous and human sides of animals. The award supports organizations such as the Whitley Fund for Nature, which work to protect endangered animals and their habitats.

Thailand's nature and the importance of nature conservation

Thailand, with its incredible diversity of animal species and ecosystems, is a living example of why nature conservation is so important. With national parks that Khao Yai and marine protected areas which The Similan Islands, the country has taken great strides to preserve its rich flora and fauna. The images from the 2024 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards remind us of the joy and value of protecting these environments.

Other notable Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards winners:

"Mantis Flamenca" by Jose Miguel Gallego Molina (Spain): A praying mantis in a pose similar to a flamenco dancer.

"Whiskered Tern Crash on Landing" by Damyan Petkov (Bulgaria): A bridesmaid who fails her landing in a humorous way.

"Smooching Owlets" by Sarthak Ranganadhan (India): Two owls appearing to kiss each other while a third owl closes its eyes.

"Awkward Smiley Frog" by Kingston Tam (Hong Kong): A frog with an expression that looks like a troubled smile.

Images and credit

The amazing images featured in the article are used with permission from the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards. To see the full collection of winning images and read more about the competition, visit Nikon Comedy Wildlife official website.

Humor meets conservation

The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards use humor to inspire action. By supporting the competition and its message, we can all contribute to protecting animal habitats, both in Thailand and globally.


Text: The editorial staff

Image license: Milko Marchetti, Nikon Comedy Wildlife, original image