Snakes

In many cultures, snakes symbolize betrayal, danger, or death—frequently seen as ominous creatures.

Owls

While wise to some, owls are feared in parts of India and Africa as harbingers of death or ill fate.

Bats

Associated with darkness and the supernatural, bats are seen as bad omens in European and Chinese traditions.

Crows

A group of crows is ominously called a “murder” for a reason—these birds are often linked to doom and gloom.

Ravens

Feared in Norse and Western mythology, ravens are associated with war, death, and bad news.

Moths

In several Latin American cultures, especially the black witch moth, these creatures are viewed as signs of impending death.