Crooked Creek

Crooked Creek is a river in the Pride Lands. It is the home of the legendary Mambo Croc.
==History==
One night, Rafiki told Timon, Pumbaa, and Zazu a ghost story about Mambo Croc, a crocodile who had died many rains ago but whose spirit continued to devour unsuspecting passersby at Crooked Creek. After the story, Pumbaa insisted that he was not afraid, but Zazu pointed out that many legends were based in truth. He then remarked that he would not go to Crooked Creek after nightfall. A haughty Timon accused Pumbaa and Zazu of being cowards, which made both of them indignant.
The next day, Timon and Pumbaa spent the day hunting grubs. After dinner, Timon suggested that they visit Crooked Creek for a drink of water, but Pumbaa was reluctant to do so. However, when Timon insisted that Mambo Croc was only a legend, Pumbaa agreed and followed his friend to the creek.
Once the duo arrived, Timon started screaming that Mambo Croc had caught him. However, when the moon came out, it was revealed that he had simply been sitting on a rock and feigning danger. Timon had a good laugh over Pumbaa's fright but quickly sobered and warned Pumbaa that Mambo Croc was approaching from behind. At first, Pumbaa did not believe his friend, but then he turned around and beheld the legendary Mambo Croc himself. In the defense of his friend, Pumbaa warned the crocodile to stay away, and the beast agreed, as he respected Pumbaa for his bravery.
After Timon and Pumbaa left Crooked Creek, Zazu emerged from his Mambo Croc costume. Simba stepped out from the underbrush and commented that Pumbaa had displayed his inner bravery; thus, Timon would never call him a coward again. The lion then swore Zazu to secrecy.
==Physical attributes==
Reeds grow on the banks of Crooked Creek. Sometimes, mist gathers on the water.
==Appearances==
* What's Up Croc?
==References==
Category:Locations
Category:Pride Lands locations
Category:Rivers