List of Donkey Kong characters

Kongs

The Kongs are a group of apes (mostly gorillas) and monkeys.

Kong Family

The Kong Family (also known as the Kong Klan and the DK Crew) is the name of all of Donkey Kong's family and friends. Though they share the same last name, not all of them are related to one another. Instead, the name is a sign of their union as a species, tribe and/or clan. Thus, membership in the Kong Family appears to be earned. They are always at odds with the evil Kremling Krew who are always attempting to steal their Banana Hoard or kidnap them. In some games, they are playable or supporting characters.

Donkey Kong

Donkey Kong is a mountain gorilla and is the main protagonist. Donkey Kong first appears in Donkey Kong as the kidnapper of Pauline (this was later retconned where Cranky Kong was the original Donkey Kong that kidnapped Pauline). but the truth is the original Donkey Kong is Cranky Kong and the current Donkey Kong's grandfather.

Donkey Kong Junior