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 BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - BRAVE TOT ALLERGIC TO SUN: Leighton Brownrigg, 2 .
A support worker was stunned to discover she was eight months pregnant after she was rushed to hospital with 'stomach cramps' .
This daredevil wildebeest tried a walk on the wild side - straight into the snatches of a huge 18 foot crocodile .
A woman has released pictures of the horrific injuries she suffered when her jealous ex attacked her with a brick .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
RECORD BREAKING GRAN'S COLLECTION OF NEARLY 800 SHEEP HOTSPOT MEDIA – WITH PICS 0121 551 1004 By Katie Thompson A record-breaking baa-rmy gran with a love for sheep has amassed a collection of nearly 800 woolly wonders .
Meet the real life princess who has spent £10k transforming herself into nine Disney beauties .