The finalists for the 2026 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards have officially been announced, bringing together some of the funniest and most perfectly timed moments from the animal kingdom. This year’s competition received more than 10,000 entries from 112 countries, with 40 individual finalists, 3 under-16 finalists, 4 portfolio finalists and 9 video finalists making the shortlist. Among the finalists are a caiman seemingly wearing a wig, a leopard doing a handstand, a strutting white-tailed eagle, and a polar bear appearing to chat with a seagull. The public can also vote for their favorite in the Sterna People’s Choice Award, while the overall and category winners will be announced in London on December 8, 2026. 📸: Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards comedywildlifephoto #viral #pubity #wild