Insta-Perfect Examples of Sibling Rivalry in Action

These hilarious moments capture sibling rivalry in all its glory.

Insta-Perfect Examples of Sibling Rivalry in Action

sibling — Sibling rivalries can be quite intense, but also hilarious.

Growing up with siblings is a blessing and a curse. They can be your best friends and fiercest protectors. But they can also totally get under your skin.

Not to mention, from the moment you become siblings, a small rivalry inevitably forms between you. You fight to be right, you fight for attention and, sometimes, you fight just out of habit. Everything becomes heightened with your sibling, and they can bring you more anger (and more joy) than almost anyone else.

Now, we can see some of that sibling rivalry in action thanks to Instagram users who capture perfect moments before, during and after intense and often emotional sibling interactions. These pictures will remind you just how innate — and hilarious — your own sibling rivalry can be. And, truth be told, no matter how old you get, a part of you will never outgrow it.

If You Can’t Beat ’Em, Join ’Em

Playing Dirty

When Your Sibling’s Birthday Cake is Cooler Than Yours

“What? He Said He Wanted His Own Space.”

Caught Unicorn-Handed

Outtakes Speak the Truth

When a Simple Touch Elicits a Scream

Just Because One of You Smiles Doesn’t Mean the Other Will

Proof Some Siblings Can Be Pushy

The Universal Facial Expression for “Do Something, Mom”

Not Everyone Enjoys Matching Outfits in Family Photos

Anything You Can Do, I Can Do More Intensely

“Sister? What Sister?”

Cue the Waterworks

Trying to Stay Chill When Your Brother Gets Preferred Seating

One Picture, Three Very Different Expressions

You Can Guess Who Got to Pick the Show

Someone Got Rejected From Snuggles and Isn’t Happy About It

That Special Look You Save for Your Sibling

When Dad’s Attention Is Worth the Fight

dad

Forever Remembered as the Great Water Bottle Meltdown of 2018

water bottle

“My Flower Power Is More Powerful Than Yours!”

flower power

Mark Your Territory While They’re Still Young

territory

One May Be Pushing, But the Other Is Clearly the Pusher

pushing

Classic Sibling Faces

morning siblings

Siblings Fight Over Everything — Even Doing Chores!

vacuum

Someone Wishes He Could Brush His Teeth Like a Big Boy

teeth

When You Concede That Your Older Sibling Will Always Be Picking a Fight

fight

“And STAY Down!”

stay down

Caught in a Pinch

pinch

The Rivalry Never Ends, Even When You Get Older

rivalry

“But I Want ALL the Raisins!”

raisins

Maybe This Rivalry Shouldn't Continue

continued

Who Can Out Pout Who?

pout

“Look, Ma! I’m in a Plastic Bag!”

plastic bag

Even Hydration Can Be a Point of Contention

hydration

“Well, Dad Said We Need to Learn About Stocks...”

stocks

The Picture May Be Posed, But the Emotions Are Real

sister sale

“Stop. Just. Stop.”

stop

If You Think This Is Bad, Just Wait Until a Human Sibling Comes Along...

dog sibling

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