Bambi (Classic Tales Edition) characters

Appears from the start

A newly born roe deer discovering the forest through movement, scent, sound, and his mother's guidance. Curious and dependent, he begins life knowing little beyond the shelter around him and learns by asking questions and following her example.

Appears from the start

Bambi's mother, who tends him from birth and introduces him carefully to life in the forest. Loving but watchful, she teaches him when to remain hidden, how to read danger, and why an exposed place demands caution.

First appears in chapter 5

An older rabbit whom Bambi meets among his early forest acquaintances. Sociable and experienced in the small routines of woodland life, he helps make the wider community familiar to the young deer.

First appears in chapter 5

An elderly owl known to the other animals, dignified about his appearance and easily unsettled when surprised. His conversations with Bambi form part of the young deer's education in the different temperaments of the forest.

First appears in chapter 6

Bambi's lively cousin and Gobo's twin sister. Bold, playful, and quick to engage with Bambi, she becomes his closest companion among the young deer.

First appears in chapter 6

Faline's twin brother and Bambi's cousin. Gentler and more delicate than his sister, he joins the young deer in their games while remaining especially attached to his mother, Aunt Ena.

First appears in chapter 6

The mother of the twins Faline and Gobo, and a trusted companion of Bambi's mother. Her family gives Bambi his first regular company among deer of his own age.

Also known as The Old Stag

First appears in chapter 10

A solitary, imposing old stag whose age and composure command the respect of the other deer. He appears and disappears without explanation, offering Bambi brief guidance while insisting that the young deer learn independence.

First appears in chapter 17

A young stag who competes for Faline's attention. More assertive than Bambi expects and willing to challenge him directly, Ronno becomes one of the rivals Bambi must face as he enters adulthood.

First appears in chapter 17

Another young stag and rival during Bambi's courtship of Faline. His challenge tests the strength and confidence Bambi has gained since his first dependent season in the forest.

First appears in chapter 23

A fox who belongs to the forest community and later confronts a hunting dog while badly injured. Their exchange exposes the conflict between the free animals and a creature that serves human hunters.

First appears in chapter 23

A dog used by human hunters. Although he is an animal, he identifies himself with his human master and rejects the wounded fox's appeal to their shared nature.