Animal Tattoo Ideas

The raven is a dark, elegant, mysterious bird that translates spectacularly into a tattoo. Learn more about various personal, mythological, and historical interpretations and design options here.

The koi fish has profound meaning, according to Japanese legend. This meaning can vary depending on the fish’s orientation and color. Learn about the symbolism of the koi fish.

Stingrays are fabulous, and make a great tattoo. Learn more, explore design ideas, and look at photos here.

Everything you want to know about birds to help you design your bird tattoo project. Don't get inked before you read this!

While they seem rare or unheard of, bee tattoos have become more popular over the last few years. In this article, I will go over some common meanings, ideas, and designs of bee tattoos.

Also known as "Siamese fighting fish," betta fish are known for their beauty and aggression. Learn more about what this tattoo might mean, see photos, and get lots of design inspiration here.

Are you considering a dove tattoo? Here you'll find discussion of the meanings, history, and many designs of the dove tattoo, with photos.

Buzz, buzz, buzz honey bee, honey bee. If you find these delightful creatures as appealing as I do, you might want to get a tattoo of one done. Here are some great design ideas to get you started.

Scorpion tattoos come in a wide range of styles, designs, and meanings. We discuss everything you need to know about what each design symbolizes.

Considering an owl tattoo? This article delves into the design, meaning, and symbolism of the owl tattoo with many pictures of tattoo designs.

Considering an octopus tattoo? Here, you'll find lots of information and inspiration for your next ink project and discover what an octopus tattoo might represent, historically and figuratively.

What do bluejays represent? Find out here, and view a large collection of photos.

Learn about panda bears, the values and traits they hold in different cultures, and take a look at 38 different tattoo designs. Find ideas and inspiration for your next unique tattoo!

A bulldog makes a great and unique tattoo choice. Learn more about what it means, things to consider in the design, and view lots of photos.

Before you get a snake tattoo, learn more about the snake as a symbol, know its history, understand its various meanings across cultures, and look at lots of snake tattoo photos.

The serpent is a charming yet spine-chilling reptile, often seen as a cold-blooded symbol, both literally and figuratively. In Japan, the Hebi (snake) is also a popular tattoo subject. Find out why, what it means symbolically, and draw inspiration from beautiful snake tattoo designs.