Lizards are some of the most interesting species of animals in the world. With over 6,000 different species of lizard, they fall into the category known as ‘squamate reptiles’. Squamate reptiles range from animals such as snakes and geckos, chameleons, lizards, and Komodo dragons. These reptiles can range from 3 centimeters to 3 meters in length. Lizards are carnivorous animals, they often sit and wait for their prey to get close to them and then they attack. Lizards eat small insects while the larger members of the lizard family such as the Komodo dragon will eat anything as large as a water buffalo.

The lizard has been a symbol and important part of human history since the beginning of time, all over the world. In places such as Egypt and Greece, the image of a lizard is associated with good fortune and luck. The lizard being a smart animal as it is, is also looked at with having great wisdom and knowledge. Wealth and and abundance are other words used to describe the image of a lizard in many parts of the world.

Images of lizards are often drawn on certain parts of houses and other areas. This is to act as a kind of talisman, or a way of warding off evil spirits. With so many attributes of the lizard, it is no wonder why these magnificent creatures are looked so highly upon. Since the lizard carries such unique talents and abilities, it makes for the perfect image for a tattoo. Down below will be examples of the lizard tattoo along with the symbolism and different design and placement ideas.

Symbolism

In many cultures, the lizard is a symbol that emits positive energy. Not only does the image of a lizard produce such energy, the lizard itself has qualities that us as humans envy and admire. Although a tattoo of something may mean one thing to one person and something different to another, the graphic of a lizard is something that is never taken negatively. The lizard is a versatile animal with many unique and interesting traits. These are a few ideas on what your lizard tattoo could possibly mean.