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.
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
The claws come out at meal time as a group of white tailed eagles brawl over road-kill .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .