The Kaa snake in Jungle Book is an Indian Python. It is the largest snake in the world and can grow up to 30 feet long. It is a non-venomous constrictor snake that kill its prey by wrapping itself around it and squeezing it to death. It is an excellent swimmer and often spends time in the water. The Kaa snake is found in the jungles of India and is a very feared snake by the local people.
What type of snake is Kaa in the Jungle Book?
A python
Where does Kaa live?
In the jungle
Who is Kaa’s best friend?
Mowgli
What does Kaa do in the jungle?
He hunts and eats other animals
What does Kaa look like?
He is a large green snake with yellow eyes
Is Kaa dangerous?
Yes he is a wild animal
How does Kaa hypnotize his prey?
By staring at them with his eyes
What does Kaa want to do with Mowgli?
Eat him
Does Kaa ever catch Mowgli?
No Mowgli always escapes
Who else does Kaa try to eat?
Baloo Bagheera and Shere Khan
Does Kaa ever succeed in eating anyone?
Yes he eats an elephant at one point
How does Mowgli defeat Kaa?
By using a burning branch to scare him away
Is Kaa ever seen again after that?
Yes he appears briefly in The Jungle Book 2
What does Kaa say in the movie?
“Trust in me”
Do you like Kaa?
Some people find him creepy while others think he’s cool.
