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Gorilla's Dance Wins Top Prize at Comedy Wildlife Awards

12/11/2025

Summary

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Mark Meth-Cohn (British photographer) won the top prize at Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards for his image "High Five" of a young gorilla dancing in Rwanda's Virunga mountains.
The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards drew more than 10,000 entries from 109 countries.
Winners were announced in London.
Notable category winners included 13-year-old Grayson Bell (U.S.) and Paula Rustemeier (Germany).
The winning images are displayed at gallery@oxo in London until December 14.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2015, the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards celebrate humorous wildlife photography, reflecting a growing global appreciation for wildlife conservation. In 2023, over 10,000 entries from 109 countries highlighted this trend, paralleling efforts by organizations like the World Wildlife Fund. The awards raise awareness about biodiversity and the importance of protecting habitats, such as Rwanda's Virunga mountains.

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Story summary

Mark Meth-Cohn (British photographer) won the top prize at Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards for his image "High Five" of a young gorilla dancing in Rwanda's Virunga mountains.
The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards drew more than 10,000 entries from 109 countries.
Winners were announced in London.
Notable category winners included 13-year-old Grayson Bell (U.S.) and Paula Rustemeier (Germany).
The winning images are displayed at gallery@oxo in London until December 14.

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