9 hilarious wildlife photos that show off nature's ridiculous side

LONDON -- Nature might be a harsh and unforgiving place, but it can also be a funny one.The annual Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards -- now down to 40 finalists from the 2016 batch of entrants -- is here to celebrate the animal kingdom's more ridiculous side. SEE ALSO: Award-winning wildlife photos capture unearthly scenes, will mesmerize you From cheerful frogs to grouchy bison, here's a selection of the images submitted for the 2016 prize. Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Original image has been replaced. 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