For the mood: finalists of the Comedy Wildlife Photography funny animal contest

Comedy Wildlife Photography is a fun wildlife photography contest founded by British photographer Paul Johnson Hicks and the Born Free Foundation. And although the pictures here compete in their comic nature, the goal of the competition is a very serious mission. With the help of these wonderful shots, which, in addition to the ridiculous plot, must comply with all artistic laws, the contest organizers want to raise public awareness about poaching and the threatening situation of some species of animals that can soon disappear from the planet forever.

The week before last, the jury selected the best of the best photographs sent from all over the world. So, let's look at the work of the lucky ones who managed to reach the final of the competition.