Run by the Society of German Nature Photographers (Gesellschaft Deutscher Tierfotografen), the prestigious annual contest celebrates the best wildlife photography from members in Germany. Here: Landscapes, second place: Florian Smit, “Rainforest” (Danum valley, Borneo). (Photo by Florian Smit/2019 GDT Nature Photographer of the Year)

These hilarious photos show some of nature’s mightiest animals — yawning away! (Actually – not always; AvaxNews). The images were taken by photographers across the world, from the African savannas to the Pacific Ocean. Here: Elephant Seal. (Photo by David Crocker/Caters News Agency)

Participants dressed as cuddly animals arrive for the annual Eurofurence “furries” gathering at the Estrel hotel on August 22, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. Eurofurence attracts furry fandom enthusiasts from across the globe for four days of anthropomorphic fun. (Photo by Michele Tantussi/Getty Images)

The Historic Photographer of the Year awards celebrate historic places and cultural sites across the globe, from national treasures to hidden gems. Entries were judged on originality, composition and technical proficiency as well as the story that inspired the submission and its historical impact. Here: Overall winner. Mont Saint-Michel by Daniel Burton. (Photo by Daniel Burton/The Guardian)

Italian-American actress and model Julia Fox is seen on September 13, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

American media personality and socialite Kourtney Kardashian in the second decade of October 2022 promotes her Lemme gummy vitamins. (Photo by kourtneykardash/Instagram)

American actress Camila Mendes in the first decade of September 2023 celebrates the launch of the Armani Beauty campaign. (Photo by Camilamendes/Instagram)

American singer and actress Sabrina Carpenter arrives for the Givenchy Spring/Summer 2024 womenswear fashion collection presented Thursday, September 28, 2023 in Paris. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/AP Photo)