With almost 5000 different lizard species living all around the world, there’s no doubt that these reptiles have established themselves in the lives of human beings. In ancient times, the Greeks and the Egyptians believed that lizards were signs of good fortune and wisdom. Even today, we use the term ‘lizard brain’ to describe our most primitive instincts, hinting to our evolutionary roots. Below, we’ve assembled a lizard tattoo dictionary, spelling out the meaning behind each one of these tattoo designs. Read on, and learn all about your inner reptilian!
