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.
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
An osprey soars through the air at 30 miles per hour before swooping down to catch its prey from a lake .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .