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.
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
The UK's first hotline - and possibly the galaxy's - for people who have been targeted by aliens has opened to the public .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
SWIMMING slowly towards the shore, a small group of bottlenose dolphins arrive for breakfast at a beach in Western Australia .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
A little boy was left fighting for his life in hospital after a horrific allergic reaction to epilepsy medication made his skin fall off in chunks .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
A woman has revealed how she was left scarred for life after accidentally falling into a bonfire at a friend’s BBQ .