There are a lot of insects on the planet that are fascinating and have a great deal of symbolism. Trying to figure out which one to get that represents you and still looks great isn’t an easy choice to be had. If we are being honest, there are a lot of different insects out there that just look bad ass and would make a great choice but to find the one that symbolizes the kind of person you are or what you hope to represent isn’t as easy. However, one insect that we are big fans of that hold a great deal of meaning is the moth. Yes, that same moth that flies into your face at night if you are standing under a porch light. These insects are a popular subject for a tattoo as well and that is what we are going to talk about today.

The moth tattoo is one that is very popular in American traditional tattooing and we will talk about why that is the case. Without knowing the history of the moth in tattooing, they just seem to fit in that style of tattooing. Not that it is the only style the moth should be inked in, but it looks great in that style.

In this post we are going to talk about the moth and the history of this fascinating insect. We will also delve into the moth tattoo meaning and what it symbolizes for those that get the moth tattoo inked on their bodies. We also discuss some of the different moth tattoo variations that we have seen if they symbolize something new. We hope this post is informative to you and that it helps you to understand the symbolism of the moth tattoo.

Moth Tattoo Meaning

The moth is a nocturnal winged insect that gestates within a cocoon until fully developed. They are an ancient group of insects with hundreds of thousands of species around the world. As a prehistoric family, the moth is highly tuned to the flow of the earth and the moon.

Moths are thought to use the light of the moon as a compass to navigate their flight. This quality makes them an ideal symbol to represent an inclination towards nature and the rhythm of the universe. Someone who gets a moth tattoo for this reason might want to show other people that they have goals set in their mind and they will not be knocked off course.