Rikki-Tikki-Tavi

Interesting Facts

• The main character, a mongoose named Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, was based on a real animal Kipling observed in India.
• The story is part of the collection «The Jungle Book», which includes several animal tales.
• Rikki-Tikki-Tavi saves a human family from dangerous snakes, emphasizing the theme of friendship and mutual aid between humans and animals.
• The story features two main antagonists—cobras Nag and Nagaina, who pose a deadly threat to all garden inhabitants.
• The tale has been adapted into several animated films and television programs, attesting to its popularity and influence.