Butterfly Tattoos

Butterfly tattoos have been one of the most popular tattoo designs requested by females for the past few years. They have always held a fascination with humans and are often the subject of artistic expression from painting to music. Most people would agree that their uniqueness and striking colors are undeniably beautiful.
Finding the right tattoo design can take some time because of the sheer number of different varieties of this beautiful creature. There are so many ways of rendering them in ink as there are varieties of this beautiful insect. From big bold butterflies, tribal style butterflies to small delicate butterfly tattoo designs and everything in between.

Catharine spotted at Mac's Bar, Hiroshima, Japan © Tao of Tattoos

If you are determined to get a butterfly tattoo it is a good idea to actually have a look at photos of real-life butterflies and not just other pictures of butterfly tattoos. It is also a good idea to know the name both the scientific as well as the common name to deepen your knowledge and impress your friends with your vast knowledge while playing Trivial Pursuit!

While you are at it why not find out some of the more esoteric meanings behind butterflies and also the meaning of butterfly dreams. Below I have given a short description of the meaning of butterflies and also their symbolism in dreams and impress your friends even more!

Why Get a Butterfly Tattoo?

• Butterflies are unique
• They are so colorful and make beautiful tattoos
• They represent the fragility of life
• They are feminine

Facts about Butterflies

• There are about 28,000 known butterfly species.
• Buterflies only fly during the day unlike moths.
• You cannot kill a butterfly by touching its wings
  
  
  
  
  

Esoteric meaning of butterflies
Some cultures believe that butterflies are the souls of the dead while others believe that the appearance of butterflies can signify the arrival of a baby
To see a butterfly among flowers in a dream can signify prosperity and a need to settle down. It mean news from absent friends if they are flying around.

Placement of Butterfly Tattoos

Butterfly tattoos are mostly requested by females. The most common areas where they are done are on the shoulder, lower back, ankle and also in hidden areas such as the pubic region and abdomen.

Kayla's Butterfly tattoo © Kayla, Rineyville, KY, USA