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A fish also has several stages in its life cycle so it can be a symbol of growth and rebirth.
Fish have appeared in tattoos for centuries due to their mystical nature. They have fascinated sailors and other seafaring travelers over the decades, so it’s only natural that they would be celebrated in tattoos.
Fish also happen to be visually interesting with their many scales and opalescent appearance, and filmy, translucent fins that effortlessly glide through the water. Perhaps because fish are so different from any other animal is why they make such compelling subject for tattoos.
This beautiful sea animal also represents wealth and abundance. In ancient times, fish and bread were staples of meals, and to have many fish on the table meant you were well-cared for and a person of comfortable means.
A healthy fish also indicates that your water source is clean and bountiful, which was often a metaphor for status in olden times.
Mostly, though, fish are simply beautiful. Any tropical fish is bound to have brilliant, neon colors that can light up a room, and these shades make for appealing and attractive tattoos.
Japanese tattoo art also heavily features fish, particularly capitalizing on their mesmerizing scale patterns and bright colors. These stylized fish can look amazing and almost like an optical illusion on the skin.
Fish also are the third sign of the zodiac, which is Pisces. These two fish symbolize fluidity and swiftness of action. Both of these theme ideas make for conversation-starting tattoo designs.
