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.
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
A KITTEN'S teaparty and rat's playing dominoes are the bizarre creations by one of Britain's great eccentrics pictured in an incredible new book .
Sam Notaro built his own flood defences to protect his four-bedroom home in Moorland, Somerset Flooding is likely to get worse around Somerset as groundwater levels continue to rise .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .