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.
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
VIBRANT bursts of colour fill the screen as beautiful flowers blossom in these time-lapse videos .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
What lies beneath this building site? Britain's great hope of winning the pre-WW2 arms race against Nazi Germany .