While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes. But then there always exists an exception that proves the rule. In this case, a cheeky chappy at Bristol Zoo decided to take the plunge and dive straight into the moat designed to stop him from escaping his enclosure. And while many lesser great apes might shy away from a dip in the pool, this little guy was more than happy to enjoy a splash about in the water. After dipping his toe carefully into the edge, he deemed it was shallow enough for him to have a nice relaxing soak.
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
FROM THE world famous Girl with a Pearl Earring painting to a jaguar in the grass, these incredible drawings are created from coloured ballpoint pens .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .