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.
BALANCING 30 metres above ground, these slackliners take the expression of living dangerously one step further, by tightrope walking NAKED .
A striped marlin means business as it spots lunch and spears a small fish .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .