Spirit animals are archetypes, but they can also literally bring wisdom to those who come in contact with them, both in real life and on the astral plan. Each one represents a different thing. Here’s a quick list of what some popular and common spirit animals mean:
Wolf: cooperation, teamwork, strength, and mastery
Raven: wisdom, cunning, speaking well, solving problems
Butterfly: positive transformation, learning to enjoy beauty
Hawk: wisdom from the Other Side and insight from beyond
Fox: Cunning, trickery, crazy brilliance, seduction
Spider: Creativity, masterminding, biding time, magickal ability
Rat: resourcefulness, making use of anything, observing
Owl: learning from observation, keen insight, focused mental energy
Dog: Loyalty, family, seeking leadership, pleasing others
Cat: Aloofness, finding comfort in being alone, stealth, always landing on one’s feet
Fish: Invisibility, mysticism, not being what you seem, mutability
Cow: security, comfort, taking it easy, seeking abundance
Bee: loss of ego in order to become part of something bigger, sacrifice and duty
Bear: getting ready, waiting, silent strength, but fierce protection of loved ones
Seagull: travel, natural freedom, making do with what’s on hand
Peacock: beauty, enjoying the fruits of one’s natural gifts, seeking approval
