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.
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
THIS DANGER-mad female pensioner could be the oldest Brit to cage dive with CROCODILES .
At least three people have been killed and more than 100 injured, some seriously, in two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .