The bravest honey badger in the Pride Lands makes for a fun drawing subject, and this guide explains how to draw Bunga from The Lion Guard. He’s the adoptive nephew of Timon and Pumbaa, raised with their “Hakuna Matata” philosophy in The Lion King universe. Bunga serves as the bravest member of the Lion Guard alongside his best friend Kion.
Sketching Bunga the Honey Badger
Work through 18 illustrated steps that build Bunga in his energetic running pose, capturing his fearless personality through his body language!
Bunga’s Design Features
- Round head with fluffy white and gray fur
- Large expressive eyes with thick eyebrows
- Wide open mouth showing his cheerful nature
- Compact body in a running motion
- Arms raised forward with visible claws
- Fluffy tail extending behind him
- Dark colored feet with small claws
Bunga belongs to the Lion Guard team that includes Fuli the cheetah, Beshte the hippo, and Ono the egret. His body shape differs from the lion characters, requiring different proportions. There’s also another Bunga tutorial with a different pose if you want to practice more.
Navigating the 18 Steps
The tutorial uses colors to indicate what to draw at each stage:
- Red Color: lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: lines completed earlier.
- Gray Color: base sketch for structure.
How to Draw Bunga: Full Step-by-Step Tutorial
Share Your Bunga Drawing!
That finishes the tutorial on how to draw Bunga in his action pose. His round fluffy body and dynamic stance require attention throughout the 18 steps, but the result captures his fearless spirit. Drop comments below and share links to your honey badger artwork!