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.
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .