Blackpool Zoo’s animals make the most of the September heatwave, inc elephants and apes

The zoo’s animals have been been enjoying cooling treats such as frozen sprats and fruit and many are taking a dip in the nearest pool.

Otters at Blackpool Zoo love to feel the sun on their tummies while the elephants and orangutans are partial to a cooling drink from the hose.

Then the sea lions like to soak up the sun on their beach and the penguins are quite happy to bob about on the water.

Meanwhile, silverback Western lowland gorilla Bukavu likes to find a nice quiet spot away from the rest of the troop to enjoy his parsnips!