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.
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
At least three people have been killed and more than 100 injured, some seriously, in two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
These photographs of extreme weather capture storms furiously rolling across the sky above America .
PEACE and love filled the 1980’s Glastonbury fields as relaxed festival goers kicked back and soaked up the atmosphere .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
