Are timon and pumba from Lion King real?

Timon and Pumbaa from "The Lion King" are fictional characters, created by Disney for the animated film released in 1994. Timon is a meerkat, and Pumbaa is a warthog, both of which are real animals, but their personalities and interactions are imaginative and meant for entertainment. They serve as comic relief in the story and embody themes of friendship and carefree living.