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 .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .