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.
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
PRANKSTER Dom Joly was so livid when he was slapped with a parking ticket that he took to Twitter to vent his anger – only to discover he was the victim of his own gag! The comic got a taste of his own medicine when he was tricked by a fellow joker for the first time in a decade .
STARING open-mouthed into the camera, this shocked fish looks out of place in the middle of its angry friends .
FULLY equipped with a kitchen and lounge, it's hard to believe this modern holiday let is actually a BUS .
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 .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
A middle spotted woodpecker swoops into her nest and feeds her young in a forest in Trentino, Italy .