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.
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
The gunslingers are long gone and tumbleweeds have taken over at this abandoned American Wild West Theme Park in Cornwall .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .