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.
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
This is the moment a nimble red fox and a lumbering Alaskan brown bear were locked in a tense stand-off .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
