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.
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .