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 cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - WAVE-ING GOODBYE TO RUSH HOUR: WHILE most workers endure commuting chaos by road or rail everyday, one entrepreneur has come up with a novel way to get to the office - by KAYAK .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
A BLIND man was battered with a brick in a sickening attack by two thugs .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .