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 the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
TENNIS was a game made for three according to the first Victorian rule book .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A floating market in Indonesia is bursting with vibrant colours as wooden rowing boats loaded with fruit and vegetables crowd the river .
STARING open-mouthed into the camera, this shocked fish looks out of place in the middle of its angry friends .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
A proud gorilla mum welcomes her newborn baby western lowland gorilla, a critically endangered species .