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 lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
An Australian explorer has travelled the globe with a toy pig, known as Travel Piggy, in search of a missing cuddly companion .
The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .