Meet the Critters of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Byhalia the Beaver – Byhalia doesn’t just build dams; she helps build musical instruments using natural materials from the bayou. As a strong-willed percussionist, it’s safe to say Byhalia is the heartbeat of the band, as well as a natural designer and engineer. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Beau the Opossum – Seeing limitless possibilities, no one finds more wonder in the bayou and the sounds of zydeco music than Beau. All she knows is beauty, especially her own. You can find her plucking out the low notes with her upright gourd bass, which of course, involves some musical dexterity with her tail. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Apollo the Raccoon – Apollo loves transforming abandoned objects into works of musical art – like his squeezebox. He’s full of energy and storytelling, especially about the objects he finds in the bayou. He’s particularly close with Rufus and appreciates Rufus’ calm demeanor. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Gritty the Rabbit – Always willing to dig a little deeper to help others, Gritty plays the washboard (a found automobile license plate) with a high-energy flair. It’s the perfect instrument for someone who’s often overzealous and digs to relieve her nerves. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Rufus the Turtle – Rufus may be a turtle, but he’s quick to jump into rhythm with his harmonica. He’s also the first to join in on new adventures! He’s genuine and sincere but may come across as a little sarcastic at times with his habitual sighing. Rufus loves going on adventures with Apollo. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Timoléon the Otter – He’s the eldest of the band, but Timoléon’s fiddle-playing is inspired by all the ‘kids’ he spends his time around while in the bayou. When he’s not sawing out a jig, he’s famous for telling stories of days long ago about his explorations of every corner of the bayou. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Pawpaw the Bobcat – Not only is Pawpaw Octavia’s devoted grandfather, but he also taught her how to play the vaksin! Pawpaw lives to make Octavia smile and has the view that everything has a way of working itself out – he’s seen it all but isn’t jaded. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Octavia the Bobcat – Octavia plays the vaksin, a single-note horn instrument popular in Rara music. She’s an adventurous bobcat kitten, and she loves climbing and hanging out in trees almost as much as she loves performing. This daredevil almost never gets scared. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Bernadette the Louisiana Black Bear – Bernadette loves to enjoy life, from splashing in the waters of her bayou home with her cub, Sebastián, to playing the horn with her mate, Claude. She’s a clear thinker and is warm and supportive. Bernadette loves to sink into the bayou waters and munch on plants (so long as Sebastián is clearly within sight). Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Phina the Gray Fox – Phina’s enthusiasm extends beyond her drumming, as she’s constantly thinking of new ideas with optimism and energy! This imaginative fox is continually starting new projects with excitement, and her friends accept and celebrate her unique thinking. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Claude the Louisiana Black Bear – Claude is a salt of the earth kind of bear (or, as they say in the bayou, “salt of the mound”) who plays his horn along with the other members of his family. He’s a tinkerer who loves to create with things found in the forest, and is frequently funny without intending to be, especially when it comes to his home-grown creations. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Felipe the Frog – Deep among the cypress trees, you’ll hear band leader Felipe making musical magic on the piano! Felipe is also the proprietor of an exclusive bayou night club, where the local fireflies love to dance the night away to a musical recipe of hot rhythms and spicy melodies. He’s an old-school family guy, especially to his “family” in the band. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Isabel the Green Tree Frog – Learning from Mondo’s example, Isabel loves getting lost in the music playing her congas. She’s the youngest member of the group, and there’s nothing she loves more than “going with the flow” and getting to play drums all night long! Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Mondo the Frog – Mondo is a natural on the conga drums, which he made as a happy accident when his favorite bottle cap got stuck on his second-favorite acorn. From there, the rhythm in Mondo’s soul took over! He’s very copacetic and accepts what comes, a trait as steady and reliable as his drumbeat. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Mayra the Frog – Have you ever seen a frog play a flower blossom like a trumpet? You will when you meet Mayra; be sure to stick around for one of her toe-tapping solos. Mayra’s the most ambitious of the four frogs and has been practicing her instrument since she was just a tadpole! Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.