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.
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
The gunslingers are long gone and tumbleweeds have taken over at this abandoned American Wild West Theme Park in Cornwall .
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 .