Most people would associate the word scorpion with negative things, including pain and death. However, out of the around 2,000 species of scorpions, only 30-40 species have poison deadly to humans. Scorpions are fascinating creatures that can even survive a nuclear apocalypse. Those facts are unlikely to make you feel any better if you have…
There are few animals that are more naturally ostentatious than a peacock. Peacocks are world famous for their visually stunning blue and green feathers and their massive tail spans. They have been pets of the rich and famous, not to mention symbols of beauty, for centuries. Needless to say, a bird that turns this many heads is…
While many people enjoy seeing butterflies and welcome them in their gardens, most do not have the same sentiments about caterpillars. Yet, without caterpillars, there would be no butterflies. You might know butterflies have symbolic meanings, but did you know that caterpillars have plenty of symbolic meanings of their own? These earlier forms in the…
Bluebirds are highly distinctive birds largely due to their striking color, and they are usually welcome visitors too thanks to their pretty appearance and cheerful song. If you have seen a bluebird and are wondering what it meant or are keen to learn more about what these birds represent to different peoples around the world,…
Snakes are limbless, carnivorous reptiles that belong to a family of approximately 4,000 species. These species can range from a few inches to over twenty feet in size. You can find them on every continent, except Antarctica, as well as large island masses with few exceptions like Ireland, Hawaii, and the islands of New Zealand….
Monarch butterflies are among the most beautiful, the most striking and the most beloved of all North American butterflies. And although all butterflies are deeply spiritual and symbolic creatures, this is especially true of monarchs. For anyone who wants to learn more about these welcome annual visitors, in this post, we discuss monarch butterfly symbolism…
Are you lately dreaming of our simian friends? Or, you might have encountered one on your way to work recently? Either way, we’re sure you have plenty of questions regarding what monkeys symbolize spiritually, culturally, and religiously. To your rescue, we’ve got all the answers! Read on to find out what monkeys symbolize, their spiritual…
Turkeys are perhaps best known as the centerpiece of Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner. But there’s a lot more to these flamboyant birds than that! Some people believe that they can carry a spiritual message. So what might that be? That’s what we’re here to find out! We’re going to explore the way turkeys have been…
If you’ve encountered a grasshopper in a way that felt significant, you may be reflecting on its spiritual meaning. If so, you’ve come to the right place! We’re going to look at grasshopper symbolism in different cultures and civilizations. And we’ll consider what lessons the grasshopper may hold for our lives today. Let’s deep into…
Have you been noticing a lot of cockroaches lately? Assuming you have a cockroach spirit animal, these small yet tough creatures might be trying to convey spiritual messages to you. Cockroaches, often loathed as creepy and filthy, are one of the most grounded spirit animals. They teach you to adapt, survive, and thrive. They encourage…
