Winnie-the-Pooh · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne.
Winnie-the-Pooh
major
Also known as Pooh, Winnie, Pooh Bear, Silly old Bear, Bear of Very Little Brain, Edward Bear
A gentle, honey-loving bear who often gets into humorous predicaments with his friends.
Piglet
major
Also known as Henry Pootel, Little Piglet, Pootel
A small, timid pig who is a loyal friend despite his fears.
Christopher Robin
major
Also known as Robin
The kind human boy who lives in the Hundred Acre Wood and guides the animals.
Eeyore
supporting
Also known as Poor old Eeyore
A gloomy, pessimistic donkey who often loses his tail.
Rabbit
supporting
Also known as old Rabbit
An organized, bossy rabbit who enjoys planning and order.
Owl
supporting
A pompous but well-meaning owl who pretends to be very wise.
Kanga
supporting
A motherly kangaroo who cares for Baby Roo and the other animals.
Baby Roo
supporting
Also known as Roo, little Roo, Funny little Roo
Kanga's playful and energetic baby kangaroo.
Heffalump
minor
Also known as a Heffalump, the Heffalump, Heffalumps
A mythical elephant-like creature that the animals fear and imagine.
Bees
minor
Also known as Some Bees, the Bees
Bees whose honey Pooh tries to steal at the start of the book.