Animals play a big part in totem pole stories and creation. The animals in this section are a mixture of creatures that actually appear on authentic totem poles and whimsical creatures just for fun.
Mythological meanings are commonly attributed to the birds, fish, animals, people and other mythological creatures used in Western tribal arts. Meanings may differ between tribes.
Snakes or serpent:
Usually portrayed as a two headed mythological being called Siskiutl. Spiritual attributes include peace and friendship. Snakes can shed their skin so they are believed to have the ability to help shed problems in the same fashion.
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