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.
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .
A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
15-foot-long great white sharks on the hunt, in False Bay, South Africa - SHOCK and awe pictures of 15-foot-long great whites on the hunt will leave you stunned .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
CCTV shows a dark figure dumping the dog- A pet dog suffering with cancer has been put down after being dumped at an animal rescue in what officials said is the worst abandonment of any animal they have witnessed .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
An osprey soars through the air at 30 miles per hour before swooping down to catch its prey from a lake .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .