Animal Symbolism

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Animal Symbolism

Animals often suggest to us qualities or characteristics that we respect and value. By focusing on those we desire, we can experience them more fully in our lives.

Badger - Tenacity, healing, protection

Bear - Strength, healing, introspection

Beaver - Industry, adeptness, skill

Buffalo - Power, strength, abundance

Butterfly - Beauty, balance, transformation

Coyote - Teacher, mirror, trickster (clown)

Deer - Agility, speed, gentleness

Dragonfly - Power, protection, rain

Eagle - Messenger, vision, clarity

Elk - Majesty, confidence, power

Fox - Camouflage, cleverness, loyalty

Frog - Rain, renewal, prosperity

Hawk - Nobility, inspiration, energy

Horse - Courage, speed, safe journey

Hummingbird - Joy, beauty, thankfulness

Lizard - Relaxation, wisdom, silence

Mole - Self-discovery, acceptance, grounding

Mountain Lion - Leadership, preparation, agility

Otter - Playfulness, dexterity, parenting

Owl - Wisdom, sight, alertness

Rabbit - Gentleness, release, fecundity

Raven - Mystery, change, control

Snake - Transmutation, adjustment, energy

Turtle - Longevity, loyalty, peace

Squirrel - Planning, trust, friendliness

Wolf - Commitment, sociability, stamina

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