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 EXPLOSIVE moment when a 50 metre high pylon came crashing down to earth in a rural field .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
AN ANGRY giraffe gave a bush-riding cyclist a scare when he stomped his £2K bike into the dirt .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .