Butterflies are some of the most beautiful, colorful species in the world. Because of all the physical changes a butterfly undergoes during metamorphosis, they are representative of growth and transformation. Get inked with this fluttering creature if you want to acknowledge a period of transition or as a physical reminder to leave behind the hardships from your past.

This delicate pair of purple butterflies looks ethereal ascending the spine.

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This tiny tattoo of butterflies graces the collarbone and looks chic in off-the-shoulder numbers.

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Who needs a bracelet when you have a bold blue butterfly tattoo adorning your wrist?

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Cats are a mysterious and unpredictable breed. Known for being nocturnal, they can be associated with darkness and sometimes the occult. Said to have nine lives, these furry felines also symbolize resurrection and rebirth. If you've survived a major health crisis or you have a cat (ahem, or 10) of your own, a cat tattoo may be for you.

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