Dara

Dara is the mother of Zira.

Appearance
Dara is long-bodied and lithe with strong limbs and an ungroomed pelt. Her fur is scruffy and of a dark tan coloration, with her underbelly, muzzle, and paws being paler in color. Her nose is also dark, and her ears are rimmed with brown. Her eyes are blue, a trait later seen in her granddaughter, and youngest great-granddaughter.

Personality
Dara is described as warmhearted and affectionate.She cares greatly for her grandchildren, as seen when she comforts Vitani after the death of Atka.

Her gentle words and sound advice serve as a softener to Zira's hard edge.

She is also knowledgeable and wise.

Family
Daughter: Zira

Grandsons: Kovu and Nuka

Granddaughter: Vitani

Great-Grandson: Denahi

Great-Granddaughters: Belee, Nita, Marigold

Son-in-law: Atka

Granddaughter-in-law: Kiara

Grandson-in-law: Kora

Trivia

 * Her grandchildren refer to her as Grandmama.
 * She disapproved of Zira's decision to murder Atka.
 * She doted on her grandchildren.
 * She never met her great-grandchildren.
 * She passed away due to Whitecough.
 * She helped comfort and care for Vitani and Kovu after the death of Atka.
 * She was aquatinted with Vitani's friend, Pula.