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 photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .
ESCAPING A LANDFILL FUTURE, these amazing science fiction inspired sculptures are made from everyday objects .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
THIS may look like a dolphin through jumping hoops, but it is in fact nothing more than a clever 3D pencil drawing .
An Australian explorer has travelled the globe with a toy pig, known as Travel Piggy, in search of a missing cuddly companion .
