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 trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .
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 .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .