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.
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
A world's first restaurant has opened in Canada, where having your order fall on deaf ears is a good thing .
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .
A BLIND school-girl whose growth has been stunted by a rare medical condition is finding her feet again with the help of a specially made mini-cane .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
Two dogs who couldn't keep their paws off each other have been united in matrimonial bliss after their owners shelled out $10,000 on a lavish canine wedding ceremony .