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Comedy Wildlife Photography Award 2024 finalists revealed
Votes are open for the Affinity People’s Choice.


The finalists for the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Award have been revealed, and votes have opened for the Affinity People’s Choice.

There are 40 individual entries to choose from, as well as four portfolio entries and three video entries. Members of the public can vote for their choice until 31 October and will be entered into a £500 prize draw.

This year’s competition saw nearly 9,000 entries from 98 countries – all competing to win a one-week safari in the Masai Mara.


'Smiley Elephant Seal' (C) Gabriel Rojo/Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards


Gabriel Rojo’s entry, ‘Smiley Elephant Seal’, shows a southern elephant seal with what looks like a big smile. In fact this ‘smile’ is a look of astonishment as it prepares to flee from a dominant male.


 
'Easy fellas – Hajime!' (C) Philippe Ricordel/Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards


Philippe Ricordel’s photograph of a group of polar bears is called ‘Easy fellas – Hajime!’. This is a term used by Judo referees ahead of a fight, as two of the bears appear to be ready to spar.

'Saying my prayers' (C) Christine Haines/Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards


Christine Haines’ entry is called ‘Saying my prayers’, depicting a peaceful sea otter at Lake Clark National Park. Otters hold their food with both paws, creating the impression that they are praying.


'Stuck squirrel' (C) Milko Marchetti/Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards

‘Stuck squirrel’, entered by Milko Marchetti, appears to show a squirrel in a spot of bother. While climbing into a burrow, it stuck both of its feet out as if it was stuck.

The entries will be judged by an expert panel, including TV presenter Kate Humble, comedian Hugh Dennis, and wildlife photographers Daisy Gilardini and Will Burrard-Lucas.

The Overall Winner, Category Winners and Highly Commended Winners will be announced on Tuesday, 10 December at an Awards Night in London. This will be followed by a week-long exhibition of the entries at the Gallery@Oxo from 10-16 December.

Tom Sullam, who co-founded the competition, said: "It’s a privilege to be part of this exciting journey, making us all laugh and raising awareness of animal conservation. We can’t wait to announce the winners!”

Images © Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards

 

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New guidelines published for wildlife disease surveillance

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 A set of international guidelines for disease surveillance in wildlife has been updated for the first time since 2015.

Released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and the World Organisation for Animal Health, General Guidelines for Surveillance of Diseases, Pathogens and Toxic Agents in Free-ranging Wildlife is designed to help wildlife authorities and others working with wildlife carry out effective surveillance programmes.

The document, which cover areas including choosing appropriate strategies, safety and biosafety protocols, and ethical and legal considerations, can be read here.  

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Restricted zone extended after more bluetongue cases

After three new cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 were detected along the Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire border, the restricted zone has been extended.

The zone now includes Buckinghamshire and part of Berkshire, as well as Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, City of Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, East Sussex, Essex, Greater London, part of Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, part of Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, part of Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Suffolk, Surrey, and West Sussex.

Susceptible animals in the restricted zone should only be moved if it is essential. A specific licence is needed to move a susceptible animal from within the restricted zone to outside of the zone.

Bluetongue is a notifiable disease. Suspected cases must be reported on 03000 200 301 in England or 03003 038 268 in Wales. In Scotland, suspected cases should be reported to the local field services office. In Northern Ireland, suspected cases should be reported to the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or by contacting the local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.

A map of the areas where restrictions apply can be found here.