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.
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .
GLAMPING is taken to a whole new level in the form of the luxurious Pop-Up Hotel .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
Here's a APPY solution that should brighten up a wet weekend away camping - a wood powered stove that also recharges your smartphone .
What lies beneath this building site? Britain's great hope of winning the pre-WW2 arms race against Nazi Germany .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .