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.
This is the moment a nimble red fox and a lumbering Alaskan brown bear were locked in a tense stand-off .
A grand 56-bedroom hotel, once heaving with injured soldiers during the First World War, now lies completely abandoned .
Struggling home entertainment chain Blockbuster has been slammed for advertising its workers' jobs while they are still in them in order to scare them into working harder .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
Is your cat bored? Do his usual playthings simply not do it for him anymore? Not to worry - there's an app for that .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
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 .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .