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 skydiver cheated death after plunging 13,000 feet without his parachute opening but survived after landing in a bog .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
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WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
A mother-of-four has revealed how, like the Beckhams, she’s added an outside toilet to her home .
A mother-of-one has revealed how a neighbour’s friend ‘mauled’ her face, leaving her scarred for life .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
WENDY Randall, 16, from Kent is now training to be a bodybuilder after recovering from anorexia .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - LETHAL BIRTHMARK NEARLY SUFFOCATES GIRL: Zoe Mitchell when she was two-weeks-old .
A support worker was stunned to discover she was eight months pregnant after she was rushed to hospital with 'stomach cramps' .