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A
Rainbow of Spirituality
Animal Totem
Definitions
This
is a "small" list when on
considers all the animals that are out there. The basic
interpretations of these totems come from various sources including
written and verbal native teachings and from the observations of the
animals themselves. They include animals in the waking world and those
animals who travel in the dream world. Note: I am in the process of
adding a link at the end of each short description. Click the
link to see more about each animal totem.
Alligators - Primal energies of birth, motherhood, and initiation.
Personal power through quiet, inner peace. For more on the alligator, click here.
Ant - Strength, endurance, efficiency, persistence, productivity,
courage and community. Unconditional love. For more on the ant totem,
click here.
Antelope - Knowledgeable action, speed, rapid growth, and grace.
For more on the antelope totem,
click here.
Armadillo - Boundaries, how to consciously define our emotional and
physical boundaries. For more on the armadillo, click here.
Ass / Donkey - Wisdom and humanity. For much more on the ass/donkey,
click here.
Badger - Aggressiveness, persistence, power of true strength. For more
on the badger, click here.
Bat - Blood, rebirth, also navigation, teaches to "see" with your other
perceptions rather than your eyes. Positive change. For more
on the bat totem, click here.
Bear - Introspection, mystery, strength, go within ourselves to find
the answers you and others seek. Often seen in the "cave or
origins" in the dream life. Act with wisdom and love. For
more on the bear totem, click here.
Beaver - Builder, cooperation, alterations, building, shaping security,
contentment, industry, action and balance. Beaver is one of a
few life totems, once you have it, it travels with you for life, often
in the presence of other totems. For more on the beaver totem, click here.
Bee - Service, gathering and community. For more on the
Bumble Bee, click here.
Bird - All birds represent pieces of the fundamental principles of
unity, freedom, community and soul flight. (see individual birds). For
more on birds in general, click here.
Black Panther - Introspection, go within ourselves, hold power but yet
be unseen. For more on the panther totem, click here.
Blackbird - Understanding of the energies of Mother Nature.
For more on the blackbird totem, click here.
Blue Jay - Proper use of power. For more on the blue jay totem, click here.
Bluebird - Modesty, unassuming, confidence and happiness. For
more on the bluebird totem, click here.
Brown Bear - Caution, bravery, fairness, organization, curiosity and
leadership. For more on the Brown Bear totem, click here.
Buffalo - Prayer, abundance, practical wisdom, healing, good fortune.
Hold energy until the right moment and create the best possible
outcome. Buffalo is one of a few life totems, once you have it, it
travels with you for life, often in the presence of other totems.
For more on the buffallo totem, click here.
Butterfly - Transformation. Courage to change, balance, evolution and
how to experience joy. Slow down and let transformation take place.
For more on the butterfly totem, click here.
Canada Goose - Cooperative and communal behavior, never leave the weak
behind. For more on the Canadian Goose totem, click here.
Canary - Power of song and voice. Heightened sensitivity. For
more on the Canary totem, click here.
Cardinal - Renewed vitality through recognizing our importance. Employ
self-respect, moderation and balance in all things. For more
on the Cardinal totem, click here.
Caribou - Travel and mobility. For more on the Caribou totem,
clilck here.
Cat - Wholeness, mindfulness, unity, meditation, independence,
sensuality and Psychic vision. Natural healer and gain insight into the
psyche. For much more on the Cat totem, click here.
Catbird - Language and communication. For more on the Catbird
totem, click here.
Cheetah - Helps us to keep our eyes on our goals and to find the most
direct way of achieving them. Do not waste time. For more on
the Cheetah totem, click here.
Chickadee - Cheerful expression of truth. For more on the
Chickadee totem, click here.
Chicken - Fertility and sacrifice. Observant, reflect first then speak
or take action. For more on the Chicken totem, click here.
Chimpanzee - Living in harmony. Simple ways of life that create joy.
For more on the Chimpanzee totem, click here.
Cock (aka Rooster) - Sexuality, watchfulness and resurrection.
Optimism. For more on the Cock/Rooster totem, click here.
Cougar / Mountain Lion - Initiative, speed, grace, territoriality, and
mystery. Balanced leadership, cunning and wit. For
more on the Cougar totem, click here.
Cow - Maternal instinct to nurture and care for community. Fertility,
wealth and fulfillment. For more on the Cow totem,
click here.
Cowbird - Parent and child relationships. Resolving old issues.
For more on the Cowbird totem, click here.
Coyote - Trickster reminds us to laugh at ourselves and enforces Karmic
Law. What goes out, comes back. Coyote is a guide to one's
path of truth. Coyote is one of a few life totems, once you have it, it
travels with you for life, often in the presence of other totems.
For more on the Coyote totem, click here.
Crane - Longevity and creation through focus. Expression of feminine
energies. soar with energies on journey. For more on the
Crane totem, click here.
Creator - The Creator dances in all animals, minerals and plants and is
a part of everything. Synergy.
Crow - Teacher, keen insight, talent for mischief and truth.
For more on the Crow totem, click here.
Cuckoo - Heralding new fate, intuitive ability. For more on
the Cuckoo totem, click here.
Deer - Gentleness, sensitivity, grace, alertness, creativity, heart and
spirit connections. Deer is one of the few life totems, once you have
it, it travels with you for life, often in the presence of other
totems. For more on the Deer totem, click here.
Dog - Loyalty, courage, unconditional love. Ability to put new plans
into motion. For more on the Dog totem, click here.
Dolphin - Breath of life. Be in harmony with yourself, your
surroundings and others. Breathing deep. Awakening energy.
For more on the Dolphin totem, click here.
Dove - Feminine energies of peace, maternity, prophecy and promise of
the future. Protection on a spiritual level. For more on the
Dove totem, click here.
Dragon - Transformation, ritual, magick, related to Snake.
All dragons influence subconscious protection and healing through
giving vitality, especially during sickness and confronting
obstacles. There are four kinds of dragons: Fire Dragon -
Enthusiasm and courage; Air Dragon: Inspiration, insight; Earth Dragon:
Grounding power, self-potential; Water Dragon: Inner Depth, compassion.
For much more on the Dragon totem, click here.
Dragonfly - Illusion and dreams. Burst self-created illusions
and limitations and find answers. Change through stilling emotions to
shine forth blessings from Spirit. For more on the Dragonfly
totem, click here.
Duck - Female: mothering energy; Male: Coping with stress, emotional
comfort and protection. For more on the Duck totem, click here.
Eagle - Limitless, free, fearlessness, transcendence, clarity of vision
and free of boundaries. Freedom to follow heart's desire. For
more on the Eagle totem, click here.
Earthworm - Learn about regeneration, stamina, self-healing,
transformation and earth-healing. For more on the Earthworm
totem, click here.
Elephant - Commitment, mind power, physical strength, dedication and
overcoming obstacles. Invokes patience when thinking of others.
For more on the Elephant totem, click here.
Elk - Stamina. This medicine teaches us the best use of our energy. To
follow through until the end. For more on the Elk totem,
click here.
Falcon - Accuracy, rapid progress, restraint. For more on the
Falcon totem, click here.
Finch - energy of variety and multiplicity, increased potentials.
For more about the Finch totem, click here.
Firefly - Illumination, understanding the life force, continuity,
wonder, power of light and darkness. For more on the Firefly
totem click here.
Fish - Illusive nature and true knowledge. Good luck,
spirituality, positive energy and sustenance. For more on the
Fish totem, click here.
Flicker - Rapid growth and trust, increased healing love, and new
sensitivity of heart. For more on the Flicker totem, click here.
Fox - Camouflage, stealth, observation, anticipate behavior in advance,
cleverness and adaptability. Initiation of freedom. For more
on the Fox totem, click here.
Frog - Cleanse the negative forces away and replenishes the soul with
positive force. Leap happily. Frog teaches us that positive
willpower generates life force. Great insight and depth of perception.
For more on the Frog totem, click here.
Gazelle - Teaches us that with awareness and skill, we can become
comfortable in our own vulnerability. For more on the Gazelle
totem, click here.
Giraffe - Teaches us to view our lives in a way that is both grounded
and expansive. For more on the Giraffe totem, click here.
Goat - Tenacity and diligence. For more on the Goat totem,
click here.
Goldfinch - Awakening to the nature spirits, fairies, elves and devas.
For more on the Goldfinch totem, click here.
Goose - Call of the quest, travels to legendary places, safe return,
love of home. For more on the Goose totem, click here.
Gorilla - a confirmation that our endeavors are solid and steady.
Teaches the importance of staying grounded in all situations; and to
handle our responsibilities through the use of power and leadership
rather than the abuse of physical strength upon the weak. For
more on the Gorilla totem, click here.
Grackle - Overcoming excess, dealing with emotions. For more
on the Grackle totem, click here.
Griffin (Griffon, Gryphon) - Magickal lion bird guardian of sacred
arcane
libraries. It is said that no one can pass a Griffin if they
are fearful, greedy, or have no self-confidence or they are refused
entrance. It symbolizes a need to protect something powerful within by
the use of fierce boundaries. A Griffin is related to the Foo Dogs who
guard sacred temples in Eastern Asia. For more on the Griffon
totem, click here.
Grizzly Bear - Teaches stability, tenacity, healing, introspection,
maturity and leadership. Represents raw self-power, both
destructive and constructive and the necessity of
self-control. Grizzly is one of a few life totems, once you
have it, it travels with you for life, often in the presence of other
totems. For more on the Grizzly Bear totem, click here.
Grouse - Completion, sacred spiral dance and fulfillment. For
more on the Grouse totem, click here.
Hawk - Be observant and to pay attention to what we may overlook. Also
the messenger from the dream life. Honor and integrity. For
more on the Hawk totem, click here.
Hedgehog - Self-preservation. For more on the Hedgehog totem,
click here.
Heron/Egret - Aggressive self-determination and self-reliance.
For more on the Heron totem, click here.
Hippopotamus - Grounding ourselves so we can face and dissolve
emotional issues. For more on the Hippopotamus totem, click here.
Horse - Inner power through awareness, freedom, safe movement and
surrender of the ego. For more on the Horse totem, click here.
Hummingbird - Tireless joy, accomplishing the impossible, beauty and
agility. For more on the Hummingbird totem, click here.
Ibis - Single-mindedness and narrow-mindedness are two sides of the
same coin. For more on the Ibis totem, click here.
Jackal - Trickster, humor, stealer of fire. Try to see humor
in all things. Laughter is one of the spices of life.
For more on the Jackel totem, click here.
Kestrel - Mental speed, agility, grace and control. For more
on the Kestrel totem, click here.
Kingfisher (Kookaburra) - New warmth, sunshine, prosperity and love.
For more on the Kingfisher totem, click here.
Kiwi Bird - Earth wisdom, the ability to sniff out the truth and the
ability to give birth to large ideas. For more on the Kiwi totem, click
here.
Leopard - Persistence in efforts. Respect, self-confidence and personal
power. Leopard teaches us that we can overcome obstacles with patience
and perseverance. For more on the Leopard totem, click here.
Lion - Teach us to be strong and courageous even in the midst of
trouble. Leadership, love and acceptance. For more on the
Lion totem, click here.
Lizard - Dreaming. Lizard teaches us the importance of
respecting and remembering our dreams as well as merging with the Earth
staying balanced and grounded in spirit. For more on the
Lizard totem, click here.
Loon - Learn about mystery, transformation, fidelity and
maneuverability from Loon. For more on the Loon totem, click here.
Lynx - Teaches us that silence empowers concentration, subtlety,
silence, secretiveness and elusiveness. For more on the Lynx
totem, click here.
Magpie - The proper use of intelligence, familiars and occult
knowledge. For more on the Magpie totem, click here.
Manatee - Serenity, gentleness and trust. For more on the
Manatee totem, click here.
Martin - Good luck, community peace and peaceful living energies.
For more on the Martin totem, click here.
Meadowlark - Cheerful journey inward, discovery of intuition and innate
abilities. For more on the Meadowlark totem, click here.
Mink - Inward focus, investigate true intentions. Mink teaches us the
way forward through the clarity of conscious awareness. For
more on the Mink totem, click here.
Mockingbird - Finding your soul purpose and recognition of your innate
abilities. For more on the Mockingbird totem, click here.
Monkey - Awareness, playful, self-reliant and light-hearted. Freedom of
spirit. For more on the Monkey totem, click here.
Moose - Self-esteem, practical wisdom, joy of accomplishment, strength,
spontaneity, and unpredictability. For more on the Moose
totem, click here.
Mountain Lion - Leadership, stand firm in our power, give direction and
aid when needed. For more on the Mountain Lion totem, click here.
Mouse - Scrutiny, reminds us not to overlook the obvious. Break away
from conditioning. For more on the Mouse totem, click here.
Nuthatch - Grounding of faith and higher wisdom. For more on
the Nuthatch totem, click here.
Opossum - Peaceful alternatives and deception. Opossum teaches us that
wisdom is the journey within our hearts, what is there through the
illusion of smoke. For more on the Opossum totem, click here.
Oriole - Open doors to positive relationship with all members of nature
realm. For more on the Oriole totem, click here.
Ostrich - Becoming grounded. For more on the Ostrich totem,
click here.
Otter - Woman medicine, healing, sensuality, letting loose of
boundaries and limits... just letting go. Endless love. For
more on the Otter totem, click here.
Owl - Learn about old wisdom, mystery, vision, magick, omens and vision
in the night. Insight. Feminine energies, intuition and
awareness. For more on the Owl totem, click here.
Parrot - Sunshine and color healing. Teaches power of light and color.
For more on the Parrot totem, click here.
Peacock - Resurrection and wise vision (watchfulness). Beware
of ego, be noble but humble. For more on the Peacock totem,
click here.
Pegasus - Inspirer of rising above difficulties. Teaches the importance
of having quick and agile wisdom as well as humility and boundaries.
For more on the Pegasus totem, click here.
Pelican - Renewed buoyancy and unselfishness. Do not be
overcome by emotion. For more on the Pelican totem, click here.
Penguin - Lucid dreaming and astral projection. For more on
the Penguin totem, click here.
Pheasant - Family fertility and sexuality. For more on the
Pheasant totem, click here.
Phoenix - Keeper of transformation and represents the cycle of death
and rebirth through fire. A Phoenix reminds us to have hope
in the midst of despair and to flow with the seasons of events.
For more on the Phoenix totem, click here.
Pig - High intelligence, avoidance of addictive behavior. For
more on the Pig totem, click here.
Pigeon - Return to the love and security of home. Very gentle
and loving energy. For more on the Pigeon totem, click here.
Porcupine - Self-protection, memory, security, innocence, and humility.
For more on the Porcupine totem, click here.
Quail - Group nourishment, protection, protectiveness and group
harmony. For more on the Quail totem, click here.
Rabbit - Fear. Rabbit teaches us self-confidence and
confronting our fears. What we fear will persist and come to
us to teach us to let it go. Predators are nearby, so do not
let fear guide you into the open. Magick and good luck. For
more on the Rabbit totem, click here.
Raccoon - Teaches you how to mask, disguise and transform
yourself. Put asleep the part of you that is not needed and
awaken the aspect of yourself that is. Represents the magick
of dexterity and disguise, strategy from afar and moving in shadows to
achieve the attainment of desires. Raccoon is one of a few
life totems, once you have it, it travels with you for life, often in
the presence of other totems. For more on the Raccoon totem,
click here.
Raven - Prophecy, clairvoyant vision, magick, mystery and exploring the
unknown. In dreams, Raven warns of betrayal, disharmony and
unhappiness. Gifts are courage and honor, as well as a defender of
truth. For more on the Raven totem, click here.
Red Hawk - Learn the lessons of awareness, insight, truth,
adaptability, prayer and openness. For more one the Red Hawk
totem, click here.
Road Runner - Mental speed and agility. For more on the Road
Runner totem, click here.
Robin - Renew by letting go of the past, do not beat your
breast. Renewal of life and one's self. For more on
the Robin totem, click here.
Salamander - Get grounded in the present moment. For more on
the Salamander totem, click here.
Salmon - Teaches us trust, strength, determination, willpower, loyalty
and tradition. Salmon is one of the few life totems, once you
have it, it travels with you for life, often in the presence of other
totems. For more on the Salmon totem, click here.
Sandpiper - Quickness, foraging, and scavenging. For more on
the Sandpiper totem, click here.
Seagull - Observation, swift action, opportunity, carefree attitudes
and versatility. For more on the Seagull totem, click here.
Seal - Tapping sub-conscious. The seal reminds us how to swim
in our inner being for the answers. For more on the Seal
totem, click here.
Skunk - Self-respect, reputation, protection, secrecy. The
original "Walk your talk." Respect. For more on the Skunk
totem, click here.
Snake - Transmutation, rebirth and sacred spiral. Honor friends and
respect enemies. For more on the Snake totem, click here.
Sparrow - Awakening and triumph of common nobility. Shows how
to survive. For more on the Sparrow totem, click here.
Spider - Weaving, hunting, creativity, balance, interconnectedness,
artistry, kindness and industry. For more on the Spider
totem, click here.
Squirrel - Gathering, vulnerability, elusiveness. Discarding
the old, planning ahead, playfulness and trust. For more on
the Squirrel totem, click here.
Starling - Group behavior and etiquette. Clear communication.
For more on the Starling totem, click here.
Stork - Birth and unspoken communication. For more on the
Stork totem, click here.
Sturgeon - Determination, teaching, leadership, knowledge and depth.
For more on the Sturgeon totem, click here.
Swallow - Protection and warmth for the home and proper perspective.
For more on the Swallow totem, click here.
Swan - Grace. Be graceful and natural and not be something
which you are not. For more on the Swan totem, click here.
Swift - Speed and agility in the great quest. Responding to
opportunity. For more on the Swift totem, click here.
Swisher - Awakening to the fairy realm. For more on the
Swisher totem, click here.
Thunderbird - Lessons in goodness, kindness, cleansing, healing and
humility. For more on the Thunderbird totem, click here.
Tiger - Stress and courage. Be bold in the face of
danger. Caution, appropriate timing and stealth.
For more on the Tiger totem, click here.
Tortoise - Learned from Tortoise are ancient wisdom, experience,
patience and endurance. For more on the Tortoise totem, click
here.
Turkey - Setting limits, appreciation, renewal, sharing blessings and
harvest. For more on the Turkey totem, click here.
Turtle - The mother Earth, longevity and creativeness. The
Turtle finds solution by being creative. Turtle is one of the
few life totems, once you have it, it travels with you for life, often
in the presence of other totems. For more on the Turtle
totem, click here.
Unicorn - Symbol of purity and innocence and the ability to make dreams
come true. Also has the ability to restore broken spirits through
gentle strength and trust. For more on the Unicorn totem,
click here.
Vulture - Purification, death and rebirth. New vision and
resolution of problems. For more on the Vulture totem, click
here.
Waxwing - Gentleness and courtesy. For more on the Waxwing
totem, click here.
Weasel - Stealth, seeing beneath the surface and supernatural power.
For more on the Weasel totem, click here.
Whale - Record keeper. The whale teaches us to listen within
and feel the heartbeat of the universe. For more on the Whale
totem, click here.
White Buffalo - Spirituality, selflessness, generosity, hope and
ancient wisdom. For more on the White Buffalo totem, click
here.
Wolf - Eliminating weakness, commitment, family loyalty and teaching
skill. For more on the Wolf totem, click here.
Woodchuck (Groundhog) - Gathering, preparation, burrowing into the
earth and power of cycle. Woodchuck is one of a few life
totems, once you have it, it travels with you for life, often in the
presence of other totems. For more on the Woodchuck totem,
click here.
Woodpecker - The power of rhythm and determination.
Stimulates new rhythms. For more on the Woodpecker totem,
click here.
Wren - Resourcefulness and boldness. For more on the Wren
totem, click here.
Zebra - Power, alertness, community. For more on the Zebra
totem, click here.
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