You know you can’t resist pictures from the Minnesota Zoo

The Minnesota Zoo launched its 2010 photo contest a few weeks ago ... and lots of people already have submitted some fun pictures.

The contest closes to new entries Aug. 16. Then the public can vote on winners in various categories. Top winners get new cameras.

Here's a look at the entries so far.

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