* The Monkey: The protagonist, often depicted as clever, mischievous, and sometimes greedy.
* The Crocodile: The antagonist, often depicted as cunning, greedy, and dangerous.
* The Monkey's Friends: Sometimes the story includes other monkeys who might witness the events or offer advice.
The specific names of the characters may vary depending on the specific retelling or adaptation of the story. However, the core characters of the monkey and the crocodile are the most consistent elements.