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 Birmingham man inspired by sci-fi film Wall-E, has created a one- wheeled vehicle, controlled by signals from his BRAIN .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
This is the moment a nimble red fox and a lumbering Alaskan brown bear were locked in a tense stand-off .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
A middle spotted woodpecker swoops into her nest and feeds her young in a forest in Trentino, Italy .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .