In folklore and literature, the fox appears as the embodiment of cunning, hypocrisy and deception.

In some cultures, such as that of the Indians of North America, men are considered as clever as this animal. However, if to allude to the wisdom of the East, the fox symbolizes longevity and transformation (conversion). In Japan, the fox is considered to be the spirit of rain and a messenger of Inari, the god of rice, which, however, also symbolizes longevity, and is a bearer of both good and evil. The black fox is a symbol of good luck, while the white one is a symbol of disaster and three foxes portend a terrible tragedy. The Chinese refer to the fox with suspicion, because they believe that it can take the human form (usually a pretty girl), besides being transformed into other creatures, foxes may be the spirits of dead people.

In the Greek-Roman mythology, the fox that tries to take the grapes, among other things, is associated with Bacchus (Dionysus), the patron god of grapes. In Christianity, the theft of grapes is considered a mortal sin, and so the fox has been associated with heresy. The fox also embodies arrogance, sin, injustice, greed and lust. This animal is able to pretend to be dead, to lure prey into the trap, it is associated with Satan.

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The dove - In China, a dove is a symbol of longevity and filial piety. In the East, the dove is a symbol of love and marriage.

The tiger - The tiger is a symbol of power, strength and success, but at the same time it is a symbol of destruction, because the energy can be both creative and destructive.

The lion - In the symbolism of the elements associated with the fire, the lion represents courage, supreme power, nobility and pride.

The jaguar - Aztecs and Maya  believed that four jaguars represent the guardians of the road to peace.

The elephant - represents many qualities including: strength, royal power, dignity, patience, wisdom, longevity and happiness, as well as being a symbol of good luck.

The butterfly - is a symbol of a soul,  the fragility, the shortness of life, happiness and non-permanence.

The owl - It is a symbol of wisdom, knowledge, sensitivity, a prophetic gift, moderation, and melancholy.

The toad - In Vietnam, the toad is associated with rain, fertility, wealth, and sexuality. In Egypt, frogs were considered sacred animals.

The bear - The bear is a symbol of good will, heroic strength and clumsiness but also of malice, brutality and greed.