18 silly finalists from the Comedy Wildlife People’s Choice Awards
The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards revealed 40 finalists, with Alison Tuck winning the People’s Choice Award for her photo of a gannet struggling on a windy cliff. The lighthearted competition highlights humorous animal moments, from a 'smoking' duck to a bear cub grinning at the camera. Finalists include playful primates, feuding birds, and wildlife caught in comical situations. The contest, open until June 30, 2026, welcomes free photo and video entries worldwide.
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Environment Animals Wildlife 18 silly finalists from the Comedy Wildlife People’s Choice Awards And your prestigious winner is...*drumroll please*...a bird with grass on its face. By Popular Science Team Published Apr 28, 2026 7:01 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new tab) More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. "Now which direction is my nest?" A windy day on Bempton Cliffs during the nesting season. Credit: Alison Tuck / Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Email address Sign up Thank you! Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The people have spoken…and chuckled.
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