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 hungry hippo is seconds away from catching a bird in its gigantic jaws .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
Pic By HotSpot Media - PARROT RIDES ON THE TUBE - THIS pretty boy could be forgiven for forgetting his Oyst-aaarrrgh-card .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .