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.
A BLIND man was battered with a brick in a sickening attack by two thugs .
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STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A rare manuscript of one of Charlotte Bronte’s earliest poems went under the hammer today and fetched nearly £100,000 – double what it was expected to get .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .
HEART-MELTING shots of a French bulldog and a ten-month-old French baby could be the cutest you’re likely to see .