Apart from enchanting princesses and charming princes, Disney has a magical world filled with stories featuring animals. In many movies, Disney draws inspiration from the animal kingdom, and they create memorable characters by giving them human characteristics. This unique blend is what makes Disney’s animal characters so beloved. And as Walt Disney was determined to find a balance between realism and anthropomorphism, their animal characters became relatable and genuine, showing us a world where animals experience emotions much like our own, which is truly realistic.

Today we have a collection of pictures that show real-life animals in settings that strangely resemble those from Disney films. These in-the-wild creatures capture the essence of our favorite characters and transport us to a world where fantasy and reality coexist. Just as Disney’s animators bridged the gap between animals and human traits, these photos offer a look at how art originated from nature. Right now, let’s scroll your mouse down to see these wonderful pictures.

#1. Bolt

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#2. Mufasa and Simba (The Lion King)

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#3. Bambi And Thumper (Bambi)

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#4. Dumbo

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#5. Pua The Pig (Moana)

Source: Julia Creech Davis

#6. Brother Bear

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#7. Lady (Lady And The Tramp)

Source: The Life Of Winnie

#8. Hei Hei The Rooster (Moana)

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#9. Marlin And Dory (Finding Nemo)

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#10. Tod And Copper (The Fox And The Hound)

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#11. Abu And Iago (Aladdin)

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#12. Timon And Pumbaa (The Lion King)

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#13. Nick Wilde (Zootopia)

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