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.
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
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CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
Blonde teen Jess Stubbs has certainly got girl power - as Britain’s youngest TRUCKER .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .