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.
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
