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.
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
With a dust covered coat hung from a wardrobe door and a pair of glasses left on a shelf, a remote farmhouse lies abandoned in the Welsh countryside .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .