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.
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
THIS is the EXPLOSIVE moment when a 50 metre high pylon came crashing down to earth in a rural field .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
Some will get up close and personal with Mother Nature’s deadliest animals to get the perfect shot, posing the question, what lengths will a photographer go to for that all important picture? But in this case, the question should be what depths .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .