Native American Animal Symbolism
The following animal symbols come from a variety of tribal nations and may be different from nation to nation.
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Alligator  - ​Stealth, aggression, survival, adaptability.
Ant  -  Self-discipline, group minded, patience, diligence and hard work.
Antelope - ​Taking Action.
Armadillo - ​Boundaries, self protection.
Badger - ​​Aggressiveness, passion and drive.
Bat  - ​The  guardian of the night, cleaner.
Bear - ​Power, mother cunning, healer, gentle strength, dreaming, introspection and dreaming.
Bear Paw -  Power, direction, connection to creator.
Beaver  - ​​Builder and gatherer.
Buffalo - ​​Abundance, sacredness, life builder. The buffalo provides all good things for living, and bestows great curing powers.
Bumblebee - ​​Honesty, pure thinking, willingness and drive.
​Butterfly - ​​Self transformation, grace, and carefree.
Caribou - ​​Mobility.
Cougar - ​Leadership, courage, power, swiftness and balance.
Coyote - ​Trickster / prankster, humour, charm, insight, playful. The coyote symbolises the ability to present both sides of an issue. 
Crane - ​​Water, end of Summer, migration, solitude, and independence.
Cricket - ​​Singing, spring, fertility.
Crow - ​Sacred law,  illusion.
Deer - Love, gentleness, kindness, gracefulness and sensitivity. Deer carries the message of purity of purpose, and of walking in the light.
Dog - Protection, loyalty, companionship.
Dolphin - Joy, harmony, play, intelligence.  Dolphin brings us teachings from the water. Breath control and the awareness of tone is also Dolphin power.
Dove - Love, gentleness and kindness.
Dragonfly - Dreamtime, illusion, Spring, water, flighty and carefree. Dragonflies symbolise whirlwind, swiftness and activity. 
Eagle - Divine spirit, courage, chief of all the creatures in the air, the primary servant of the sun. Powerful in battle, the eagle protects the people from evil. ​
Eagle - Divine spirit, courage, chief of all the creatures in the air, the primary servant of the sun. Powerful in battle, the eagle protects the people from evil. ​
Elk - Strength, agility, freedom, power and nobility, pride, power and majesty.
Feather - Spirit.
Firefly - Communication, illumination.
Fish - Water, Current, Flow of Life From the Earth.
Fox - Camouflage, adaptability and integration, cunning, provider, intelligence, cleverness, subtlety and discretion.
Frog - Fluidity, water and rain, cleansing, tears, peace, emotional healing. 
Goat - Tenacity and diligence.
Goose - Safe return, love of home.
Grizzly Bear - Mother, nature's pharmacist.
Hawk - Awareness, truth, foresight, messenger of the sky and observer.
Hedgehog - Self-preservation.
Heron - Patience and grace.
Horse - Carrier of burdens, stamina, mobility, strength and power, love and devotion, loyalty and freedom.
Hummingbird - Pure love and joy, celebration of life, beauty, wonder, agility, messenger,  optimism and sweetness. ​
Kokepeli - Joy and fertility.
Ladybug - Delight and trust.
Lion - Pride, nobility, cunning and courage.
Lizard - Dreaming, foresight, illusiveness, conservation, agility. ​
Lynx - Keeper of mystical secrets.
Moose - Self-esteem, assertiveness, unpredictability, spontaneity, headstrong, unstoppable longevity and integrity.
Mouse - Scrutiny, attention to detail, illusion and charm.
Opossum - Strategy and diversion.
Otter - Joy, lightness, laughter, curiosity, mischievous, grace and empathy.
Owl - Wisdom, vision, insight, truth, patience, magic. ​
Parrot Feather - Bringer of essential rain and seed.
Peacock - Pride, recognition and self-assurance.
Pelican - Abundance and plenty.
Pheasant - Warning and concealment.
Porcupine - Innocence, humility and trust.
Quail - Protectiveness and group harmony
Rabbit - Conquering fear, safety, alertness and nurturing.
Raccoon - Curiosity and inquisitiveness.
Ram - Strength and determination.
Raven - Trickster, teacher and hoarder, Mystery. 
Roadrunner - Speed and agility.
Salmon - Instinct, determination, persistence, dependability and renewal.
Sandpiper - Quickness, foraging and scavenging.
Scorpion - Defence, self-protection, biting truth.
Seagull - Carefree attitude, versatility, freedom.
Seahorse - Confidence, grace, nourishing.
Seal - Contentment, inquisitiveness and organisation.
Shark - Hunter, survival, adaptability.
Skunk - Perseverance, determination, reputation, respect and caution.
Snail - Perseverance and determination.
Snake - Power, life force, shrewdness, transformation and fertility. ​
Spider - The web of life, industry, creativity, weaving. ​
Squirrel - Gathering, preparation, trust and thrift.
Swan - Elegance, nurturing, grace, balance and innocence.
Tadpole - Fertility and renewal, transformation.
Turkey - Sacrifice of self and of others.
Turtle - Love and protection, healing, knowledge, self contained, planning and adaptability. ​
Weasel - Stealth and information gathering.
Whale - Historical Record Keeper, traveler, guardian, creativity and intuition.
Wolf - Teacher, loyalty, interdependence, pathfinder, success, perseverance, stability and thought. Wolves are also ​regarded as pathfinders and teachers. ​
Woodpecker - Change and persistence.
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