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.
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
A Birmingham man inspired by sci-fi film Wall-E, has created a one- wheeled vehicle, controlled by signals from his BRAIN .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
