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 lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A baby who was given just a three per cent chance of survival at birth has beaten the odds to come home - even though docs told his parents to abort him 12 times .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
A woman has spoken of her heartbreak after she was rejected by an adoption agency because of her pregnancy phobia .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
FOR most restaurateurs, the phrase ‘the customer is always right’ is gospel .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .