5 Animals That Symbolize Love!

Love can be found in all places, including the animal kingdom.

Since history immemorial, symbolisms for love and passion are shown in all forms, shapes, and sizes. People have been labeling things to commemorate the epitome of human affection. 

Symbols of love come in many forms. These forms take the shape of animals in both domestic and the ones found in nature. Love, passion, and tenderness have been, and continue to be, strongly correlated with particular animals.

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Dolphin

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Many considered this marine mammal a love-messenger. In addition to being linked with Delphi and Aphrodite (Goddess of Love in Greek Mythology), drawings of dolphins found on an anchor or on a trident symbolize a guiding force that helps people reach their true love safely. 

The dolphin is a sign of safety for its presence in stories about rescuing drowned fishermen or other people in trouble at the sea. Many that sail the waters often see them as a sign of good luck, a great omen being a dolphin following the boats, whether it's the atmosphere you've got in mind or a nearby beach.

People whose significant other works in the sea often consider a dolphin's presence as their love guiding and protecting their loved ones. If you settle in Metropolitan real estate in Dubai, your family nest will be near the symbol of love, namely near the Dolphin Bay Dolphinarium. 

Horse

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The horse symbol is present in most parts of the world, from a simple omen to an emblem of war. But, they also symbolize love. 

This is a symbol of practicality and love, as seen in the Chinese zodiac sign of the horse. Celts associated it with Horses also represents Epona (horse goddess), who is also attributed to love, fertility, and abundance. Mesopotamia legend told that a horse had drawn the sun and that the horse embodies love for the earth for its light and warmth give life to all creatures.

Ladybug

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Known as a lucky charm and as a sign of affection, it is assumed that you will be its master when you capture a ladybug and then release it. The insect will whisper your name constantly in the ears of the person you love.

Farmers believed that ladybugs' presence symbolizes abundance and prosperity as it means that there's a thriving population of aphids hunters that will protect their crops.

According to the people who believe in spirituality, the ladybug's spots determine how long your lover's wish will be realized. 

Swan

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It is attributed to love, sincerity, and purity. Celts legend stated that swan was made into silver medallions for protection.

These birds are also known for being one of the most romantic bird species in the world. Swans are among the few animals who subscribe to the animal kingdom's version of monogamy. Most swans mate with a single partner for the rest of their lives. 

There is a reason why many "romantic" park rides were designed after swans.

Dove

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Doves symbolize both peach and love. They are pretty much the universal symbol for harmony. 

The dove was singled out to represent passion because Greek mythology related the small, white bird to Aphrodite, the goddess of love (known in Roman mythology as Venus). With doves fluttering around her or lying on her hand, Aphrodite/Venus is frequently portrayed. 

Due to their monogamous nature, doves also reflect monogamy and fidelity and are often present as a caricature or in actual being in weddings. 

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