For some it may sound esoteric and mystical, but many ancient cultures have attributed symbolism to the animals that appear in their lives, whether in dreams or their waking life. While it's highly unlikely you'll meet a bear or wolf in the Maltese countryside, these other animals you might meet have some symbolic meaning too!
1. Chameleon
The chameleon is a symbol of change. It also symbolises sensitivity, clairvoyance and the ability to adjust to the environment in order to blend in and create harmony. It encourages you to be curious, tune into your feelings and intuition, and to be flexible and resourceful.
2. Hedgehog
The hedgehog is a symbol of protection, intelligence, inner wisdom and resourcefulness. It encourages you to celebrate your uniqueness, perception, endurance and vitality. It also encourages you to stay calm and to trust your intuition.
3. Blue Rock Thrush
The thrush is a symbol of healthy relationships. It appears as a congratulatory animal totem to announce that a solid, long-term relationship is here, whether personal or in business. The song of the Maltese Blue Rock Thrush is the sound of sweet celebration.
4. Lizard
The lizard is a symbol of quickness to overcome obstacles. The lizard totem is quick to escape predators and fast to catch prey. The lizard encourages you to go with your gut instinct and to be flexible to withstand difficult circumstances and situations.
5. Rabbit
The rabbit is a symbol of prosperity, abundance and fertility. It encourages you to soften up and be willing to receive, just like a cute, fluffy bunny. It also encourages you to feel free to express happiness and affection towards the people you love.
6. Octopus
The octopus symbolises strong intuition, powerful psychic abilities, focus, intellect, talent and complexity. It encourages you to connect with your deepest emotions, intelligence and intuitive power.
7. Sea Urchin
The sea urchin is a symbol for fertility and virgin beauty. Sea urchins are viewed as the equivalent of flowers of the sea. It encourages you to appreciate the life that flows within you and your uniqueness.