Overall Winner: “High Five” by Mark Meth Cohn, UK
Sometimes the universe delivers perfectly timed, hilarious moments that make you laugh uncontrollably.
The 2025 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards captured those gems, with the grand prize going to UK amateur photographer Mark Meth-Cohn for his uproarious shot “High Five,” featuring a young gorilla mid-play. His win comes with an incredible safari adventure in Kenya, courtesy of Alex Walker’s Serian. Beyond the top honor, the event celebrated seven category winners and ten highly commended images, showcasing animals in delightfully goofy, human-like antics. Backed by Nikon, the awards night was filled with laughter, energy, and unforgettable snapshots that prove wildlife is nature’s ultimate comedy show.
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Bird Category Winner: “Headlock” by Warren Price, UK
Fish & Other Aquatic Animals Category Winner: “Smiley” by Jenny Stock, UK
Reptile, Amphibian & Insect Category Winner: “Baptism of the Unwilling Convert” by Grayson Bell, USA
Nikon Young Photographer of the Year Winner: “Hit the dance floor – foxes in a breakdance battle” by Paula Rustemeier, Germany
Portfolio Category Winner: “Digging for Gold” by Maggie Hoffman, USA
“Smile – you’re being photographed” by Valtteri Mulkahainen, Finland
“The choir” by Meline Ellwanger, USA
“Landing gear down” by Erkko Badermann, Finland
“Monkey Circus” by Kalin Botev, Bulgaria
“Bad hair day” by Christy Grinton, Canada
“I just cant wait to be king” by Bret Saalwaechter, USA
“Fonzies advertising” by Liliana Luca, Italy
“Now which direction is my nest” by Alison Tuck, UK
“Go away” by Annette Kirby, Australia
“Aaaaawa – mum” by Mark Meth Cohn, UK