Animal / Reptile / Insect Dream Meaning

Animals in dreams are generally associated with behavioral patterns or your natural instincts, the beast within. Being bitten or attacked by an animal may suggest feeling hunted, vulnerable or doubting...

An insect or other bug can represent: Something that’s “bugging” you in real life.A certain quality of the insect that’s significant to you right now.Think about what that type of...

The reptilian brain is something that all animals on the planet share; it governs the most basic functions, such as breathing and survival instincts.If a reptile features in your dreams,...

Being bitten by an insect or animal can represent a nuisance, fear, or something else that’s “gnawing at you” or “eating you up.” See also the specific insect or animal.See...

A particular quality of that animal.Something or someone you (at least subconsciously) associate with that type of animal in general.Consider also the animal’s characteristics, actions, and what stood out about...

Nuisance, or “bugging” others to get what you want or need.Vision, or the power of observation.Vigilance.Flitting from one thing to another.Finding and taking advantage of opportunities.Finding value in other people’s...

Being stung can represent a feeling or fear of: Being attacked or acted on in a negative way (physically, emotionally, or mentally).An unpleasant surprise.Being overburdened by external circumstances.Betrayal.Intrusion, or someone...

A perception of or wish for “good luck.” Friendliness or helpfulness.Femininity.Charm or beauty.Dreaming of this insect can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

Making a huge leap of progress.Making a leap within your mind (such as an assumption, conclusion, or leap of logic).Using multiple talents or multitasking (as a grasshopper can jump and...

Heartiness, durability, or longevity.Steady progress.Activity or damage of which you’re not aware.Wisdom.Royalty, or a sense of self-value.Dreaming of this insect can represent too much or not enough of one of...

Ability to “rise above” or maneuver in your life.Different or other-worldly.Observation or perspective.“Magic,” or a wish for it.Intuition, inner guidance, or spiritual assistance.Dreaming of this insect can represent too much...

The idea of taking something (time, energy, integrity, etc.) or being taken from, perhaps without permission.Stealth.A nuisance, or feeling “bugged” by something.Dreaming of this insect can represent too much or...

Physical, emotional, or mental: Festering or rotting, as when a situation or feeling that needs attention has not been dealt with.The results of a messy or “stinking” situation.Something you consider...

A perceived pest, or something that pesters you.Things that invade your life, your space, or your to-do list.Judging something as inferior, distasteful, or negative.Neglect (such as of responsibilities, yourself, or...

Industriousness, work, or working with others through teamwork.Discipline.Society or social organization.Playing by the rules for the benefit of the greater good.Altruism, or otherwise sacrificing your own needs for the benefit...

Strong and immediate self-defense.An underestimated or hidden danger.Fear, perhaps of attack or persecution.The power of anger.The power that you allow other people’s anger to have over you.Dreaming of this insect...

Transformation, transition, or a series of phases.Carefree joy or freedom.Spiritual maturity or self-actualization.Perceived beauty or inner beauty.The idea of flitting from one thing to the next, or a non-linear process.Dreaming...

A feeling of magic or specialness.The ability to make your own “light,” happiness, or enthusiasm.A beacon or a bright spot in the dark.Guidance in your life, or a desire for...

Feeling drawn to something or someone.Attraction.An instinct or desire, or acting on one.A nuisance or bother.Focusing on the “light,” God, your higher purpose, optimism, or something else that’s “light” or...

The sweetness of life, or the idea of focusing on that.Productivity.Community or cooperation.Good communication (perhaps nonverbal, since bees use nonverbal cues).A perceived threat, or a hidden or underestimated danger.Flying, or...

You may uncover a secret that you’d rather not know if you dreamed of being bitten by an animal or insect There is a suggestion in this dream that you...

(See Asp, Snake). Treachery through a rival for the band of a sweetheart is indicated to those who dream of seeing a reptile of one kind or another. To dream...

Moving forward in occasional, large leaps rather than making constant progress.Moving toward a goal in a way other than a straight line (such as through trial and error).Expressing yourself without...

(see also Spider)(1) If seen as mindless automata, insects may symbolize either (your attitude towards) your instinctive drives or unconscious forces that seem to constitute a threat to the rule...

Troubles or troublesome people; research type of insect and avert; to kill an insect and find medicine inside, is reversing the formidable

Activity of which you’re not aware (such as judgments or other dynamics within in your subconscious mind).Gradual change through very small changes over time.“Eating away” at something (such as completing...

Reptiles symbolize the most primitive, voracious, and slippery aspects of your personality: your base instincts. The cold bloodedness of these animals is synonymous with the lack of emotion and consideration...

(Beetle, Insect, Worm) An insect with pincers that seeks out the human ear to crawl into his body (folk.) In a dream, an earwig represents the enemy of the leaders.

To dream about insect repellant suggests that you have the strength and ability to deal with the issues and/or people who are annoying or troubling you. This dream may also...

1. If killing, the desire to eliminate a certain aspect of one’s personality as symbolized by the particular animal (e.G., One might kill a lion to eliminate aggressiveness).2. Aspects of...

Keeping to yourself.Cycles or seasons.Sleep or dreaming.Something that’s subconscious or that happens without your awareness.Low-key activity or “staying under the radar.” Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or...

Solitary.Stealthy or silent.Instinctive.Opportunistic.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or animal.Consider also...

Fierce.Independent.Volatile or easy to anger.Stubborn.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or...

Responsibility.Innocence.Playfulness.Optimism.Unconditional love.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or animal.Consider also the...

Tenacity or perseverance.The ability to dig and keep digging until you get to the bottom of things (or to the truth).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not...

Strength through gentleness and moderation.Ruggedness.Sturdiness.Ability to persevere.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the...

Clever or resourceful.Sly or wily.Shifty or elusive.Having a misleading charm or ulterior motive.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

Solitary, or comfortable being alone.Silent or secretive.The idea of nonverbal communication.Instinctive.Independent.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something...

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Aggressiveness, assertiveness, or a no-nonsense attitude.Virility or masculinity.Strength or force.Tenacity or stubbornness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or...

Responsibility.Innocence.Your inner child or playfulness.Taking time for yourself, having fun, or nurturing yourself or your sense of play.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

The power of observation and perceptiveness.Quick response.Skittishness.Sensitivity or vulnerability to your environment.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or...

Fun or playfulness.Intuition.Tuning into non-verbal communication or cues.Connecting with someone who’s different from yourself, or the willingness or ability to do so.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or...

Action, decisiveness, or quick results.Being well-suited to a particular environment.Tending not to be seen or noticed.Opportunity or opportunism.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

Having the strength to carry a responsibility or burden.Carrying baggage.Expressing your opinions, preferences, or distastes.Standing up for yourself.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

A feeling of freedom from rules.Not worrying what others think.Nourishment (physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual).Intelligence.Happiness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

Belonging, or finding where you belong.One of the crowd.The idea of being a “follower” or going along with others.Benign.Minding your own business.Fitting in or “blending in” with others.Dreaming of this...

A hamster, gerbil, or other similar animal can represent: The idea of “storing up” or “saving for later” (such as memories or money).Isolating yourself, or having time to yourself.Nosy, or...

See Reptile.

See Reptile.

See Reptile.

Grabby, stingy, or needy.Holding onto something or someone.Grumpiness or irritability.Emotionally well-protected or distanced.Defensiveness, or defending yourself.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those...

Responsibility.Protectiveness or security.Unconditional love.Loyalty.Friendship or companionship.Your inner child.An actual dog in your life.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

Graceful strength.Versatile.Noble.Kindness, charity, justice, or protection (based on the fraternal organization associated with this name).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

Stealthy, slippery.Questioning your or someone else’s motives.The element of surprise, or waiting for the best timing in order to be most effective.Flexible or adaptable.Dreaming of this animal can represent too...

Opportunism, or ready to take advantage of an opportunity.Scavenging, or making use of what’s available, whatever you can find, or others’ work (since jackals are scavengers).Alone time, or contentment with...

Strength.Ferocity or tenacity.Consumption (such as of food, products, or attention).Ambition.Ability or desire to survive.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or...

See Frog and Reptile.

Self-protection.Indifference to your environment.Being impervious to or unaffected by outside events (such as changes or others’ actions or opinions).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of...

Speed in moving ahead or making progress.Quickness (such as quick to react, judge, etc.).Fear or anxiety.Watchfulness or vigilance.Gracefulness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one...

Gentle, docile, unassuming, innocent, or harmless.Feeling contented with the simple things in life.Vulnerability, or susceptibility to others or the surrounding environment.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not...

Busy-ness or multitasking.Going in many directions at once (lots of different thoughts, activities, etc.).Approaching a problem from many different angles.Grabby (literally or figuratively).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much...

Light-heartedness, playfulness, or joy.Activity or productivity.Curiosity.Well-adapted to a particular environment (perhaps one you consider to be outside the norm).Ability to maneuver through situations or around obstacles.Dreaming of this animal can...

A transition in your life (since a cocoon is an insect’s transition between larval and adult phases).Progress or development that isn’t visible or of which you’re not aware (as in...

Large or bulky.Obvious.Hiding aspects of yourself (thoughts, opinions, motives, physical self) or not communicating or revealing everything about yourself (as hippos are sometimes seen submerged in water.) Dreaming of this...

Unpredictability.Self-protection.Criticism or “biting” comments (due to hyenas’ very strong jaws).Watching, observing, or vigilance.Laughter or taunting.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

Disguise, misleading appearances, or masking your true personality.Stealth or hiding.Opportunism.Hygiene (physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities,...

Fearlessness.Tenacity.Being proactive.Loyalty or steadfastness.Family, connection, or mutual support.Wildness or freedom.Spirit, essence, or spirituality.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone...

Ruggedness.Sturdiness.Strength, perhaps through gentleness or moderation.Strength in groups, or finding safety in a crowd.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or...

Innocence.Sensitivity, heightened awareness, or intuition.Gentleness.Instinct.A stag might represent masculinity, assertiveness, or aggression.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or...

Primal.Stealth, or making oneself less than obvious.Direct or blunt.Quick action or haste.Monstrous, or having the ability to hurt someone without regret or compassion.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much...

Vulnerability.Sensitivity.Running from a perceived threat.Protecting yourself by leaving (a situation, relationship, etc.).Fertility.Abundance or proliferation (such as of ideas, opportunities, or to-do list items).Dreaming of this animal can represent too much...

Adept at improvising or navigating “in the dark” (without information or cues for guidance).A subconscious activity or process.Secret or stealthy activity, perhaps leading to surprises for others.Keeping your actions or...

Quick and effective in reaching goals.Tenacity, or sheer energy for the long-haul.Taking from or receiving from others.Excelling in an area or environment where others don’t (since jaguars do well in...

Steady movement forward through life.Exploration of or sensitivity to your environment.Unassuming.Large (in size, presence, personality, etc.).Feeling clumsy, or the idea that clumsiness is okay as long you “get the job...

Wisdom or intuition.A large personality or presence.Grandiosity or a grand gesture.Authentic personal power.Integrity.Good will.The subconscious mind.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those...

Power, or a power imbalance.The use of power to accomplish something, such as in protection or aggression.Personal empowerment.Strength or assertiveness.Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough...