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.
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
AN ANGRY giraffe gave a bush-riding cyclist a scare when he stomped his £2K bike into the dirt .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
TENNIS was a game made for three according to the first Victorian rule book .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
An Italian photographer travelled to northern India where he visited poverty stricken suburbs and captured ordinary people in a series of intimate and expressive portraits .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
