Hello, millionaire! Have you ever thought of using a
lucky talisman to help you win the lottery? If you dig into the stories behind people winning big,
you'll probably find many secret lucky items. But did you know that it's not only things
that can be lucky? Some types of animals are supposed to bring luck too. In this video,
we'll be counting down the 12 luckiest animals and let you in on exactly why they're linked
to money and prosperity. You never know, one of them might just help you win that jackpot!
So keep an eye out for your new lucky charm. Keep watching to the end if
you want to see the most powerfully lucky animals. Now, let's dive in!
12. Bats. In Europe and America,
bats are usually associated with Vampires. If there's one thing everyone agrees on,
it's that vampires definitely aren't lucky. The last thing you need is one of them flying
through your bedroom window. But China has a very different view of these creatures of the night.
Over there, these creatures are so lucky that the Chinese word for bat is pronounced the same
way as the word for 'good fortune.' You'll see a lot of bats in Chinese art, dating all the
way back to around 1046 BCE! That's a long time to maintain your status as a lucky animal.
11. Bears Bears are seriously powerful animals,
so it's not surprising that ancient cultures revered them differently. You'll find a lot
of bears in the folklore of ancient cultures that had close contact with these huge animals.
It was believed that bears had strong supernatural powers that they used for good. Some Native
American cultures believed bears had healing powers because they'd been seen winning fights
after being seriously injured. They even wore necklaces made from bear claws for luck and power.
Meanwhile, over in Siberia, they believed the bear was an incarnation of their God - and you
don't get luckier than that. 10. Scarab Beetle
You won't find a more classic lucky charm than the scarab beetle. This shiny type of dung beetle was
revered in ancient Egypt for literally thousands of years. These lucky beetles were thought to
bring eternal life and protection against evil. They even became symbolic of one of their sun
gods. They must've been pretty powerful because millions of scarab amulets were created out of all
sorts of materials. If that wasn't enough, they were also carved into reliefs, used as seals,
and crafted into beads. Special scarab amulets have even been found wrapped under the bandages of
mummies! 9. Bulls
Bulls don't seem very remarkable these days - you can find them just about anywhere. But did
you know they've been a powerful symbol of luck since prehistoric times? Many ancient cultures
around the world saw bulls as good omens or even worshiped them as sacred, all the way from China
and India through to ancient Greece and Egypt. The bull symbolizes good health and wealth,
but it's also all about reaping the benefits of hard work. White bulls are even more
important - ancient Druid cultures would sacrifice white bulls for their very important Ritual of
Oak and Mistletoe. It is still common practice in Zulu culture to give all white cows to the king.
Are you looking for a prettier animal totem than beetles and bats? Keep watching - we definitely
have an animal you'll love! 8. Deer
These days, the most famous deer we have are the ones that pull Santa's sleigh.
But deer are another animal that pops up in the folklore of ancient people worldwide.
The Pagans in ancient England even had shrines to a deer god. These gentle animals are associated
with luck all over the world, but it's in China that you find their strongest link to money
because the Chinese word for deer and for income is pronounced the same way!
That sounds like the perfect animal lucky charm to use if you're trying to win the lottery.
7. Elephants You'll never find a more
powerful animal than the elephant. In India, they became symbolic of wealth and for good reason.
Back in Ancient India, elephants became a status symbol - only the wealthiest families
could afford to own these gigantic animals. They would cover them in sparkling gold and
jewels and beautifully crafted seats for their riders. When the Romans saw this practice,
they quickly got in on the action as well and started using elephants as one more symbol of
their wealth and power. It's no surprise that they became associated with wealth when they were
always being paraded around with the wealthiest people in the country on their backs.
6. Frogs You've heard the story of the girl who
kisses a frog, right? Her kiss breaks the spell, and the lowly frog transforms back into a prince.
He, of course, marries the girl, and she gets to live in his palace and spend all his royal money.
If you're looking for a link between frogs and money, that's a pretty strong story,
but it sure didn't start there. People have linked frogs to wealth for centuries. This is
no doubt because frogs start hopping around when it rains, so cultures that relied on
rare rainfall for their crops to grow began associating the frogs with prosperity!
5. Goldfish Gold is probably the ultimate symbol of wealth.
So anything that happens to be a golden color is automatically going to be linked to money. Enter
the goldfish. Of course, the ancient Greeks and Egyptians are in on this again. Egyptians would
even bring the shiny little creatures into their homes to harness their powers. And if that wasn't
enough, goldfish are also one of just 8 sacred symbols of Buddha, representing abundance. And yet
again, China links these little guys to money in their language - the word for fish is pronounced
the same as the word for abundance! It's no wonder everyone still keeps them as pets!
4. Horses Horses are
so closely linked to human civilization, it's no surprise that they became lucky animals. They've
helped us master agriculture, bringing wealth and prosperity. They were essential for long journeys
in the days before trains. And they even helped us win wars to maintain - or grow - the wealth
of powerful countries. But you don't need a whole horse to bring you luck - just one
of their shoes is enough. If you're wondering why horseshoes are lucky, there are a couple reasons:
iron used to be considered magical and able to ward off evil spirits. And horseshoes are attached
with 7 holes, which we all know is a lucky number. Hang it up to form a U shape and, legend has it,
it'll collect luck like a cup. 3. Lizards
You'd never guess that lizards would be much good for anything. But they've been seen as
seriously lucky animals for thousands of years. Apparently, their ability to shed their skin or
regrow their tails became symbolic of renewal. In Ancient Egypt, lizards were so important
that their hieroglyph also meant "plentiful" or 'abundant." You can still get lizard pendants to
bring luck today. If you ever see a lizard symbol on a home or stable, it's probably because people
believed that they protected humans and animals from snakes. But beware, they don't only bring
good luck - killing a lizard or gecko is thought to bring seriously bad luck into your life.
Are we still missing your lucky animal? Let us know which animal has brought money into
your life in the comments! 2. Pigs
These days, people usually think of pigs as dirty animals. But we didn't always dislike
these farmyard staples. In Irish folklore, they became associated with wealth because of a tale
of a farmer who had a herd of pigs that would magically regenerate, ensuring endless wealth.
Go over to China, and they'll agree with the Irish view of pigs as lucky. Chinese lore sees pigs as
bringers of good luck in business dealings! So next time you see one of these lucky animals,
don't look down on them - you never know just how much money they could bring into your life.
And finally, the most powerful and luckiest animal out there...
1. Rabbits Anyone on Twitter will know that Rabbits are still
associated with luck today. Modern myths suggest that your first words at the start of a new month
should be "rabbit rabbit" if you want the month to bring you luck. Nobody really knows why, but
it might be linked to the infamous lucky rabbit's foot. Apparently, Franklin D Roosevelt made sure
to always carry a rabbit's foot in his pocket, and let's face it, he was pretty successful. But
long before that, ancient European cultures also associated rabbits with luck - probably because
they were the first sign of the abundance of spring after a harsh winter. And it's this
link to seasonal feasting that probably gave rise to the Easter Bunny as well! So even if rabbits
don't bring you luck in money, they'll bring you chocolate, and that's the next best thing.