Groundhogs are large squirrels that live in North America. They are solitary creatures that like to dig tunnels. Groundhogs hibernate and wake up around February, leading people to think they could...

Hummingbirds are tiny speed demons that symbolize many things. Blue hummingbirds have their own special meanings, including good fortune and new beginnings.  They serve as dream messengers. Blue...

Geckos are small nocturnal lizards found in warm moist places around the world. Geckos symbolize transformation (shedding their skins), flexibility, good fortune, protection (including from insects),...

Symbols of loneliness are all around us, but often go unnoticed. From the empty park bench to the lone bird perched on a branch, these symbols can evoke a sense of isolation and sadness. As humans,...

Symbols of sorrow have been used through time to represent loss, grief, and mourning. These symbols can take many forms, from flowers to animals to objects, and are often used in funerals, memorials,...

Vultures are large scavengers who today have a bad reputation as symbols of death and those that take advantage of the helpless. Vultures had a much more complex reputation throughout history. They...