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.
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
Here's a collection of art for the DIGIT-AL age as these fascinating illusions of landmarks, places and even a banana are made using just a pair of hands .
WITH his spiked ears and yellow and blue body, a colourful monkey bears an uncanny resemblance to Marvel Comics’ Wolverine .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
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 .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .