Africa’s gentle giant’, the giraffe symbolizes grace, peace, individuality, protection, communication, perception, and farsightedness. As qilins symbolize luck, prosperity, and success, so does giraffes represent good omens, longevity, and protection.

turtle can be seen as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, and is able to defend itself on its own. It can be regarded as personifying water, the moon, the Earth, time, immortality, and fertility.

The three wise monkeys—see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil—stand as a powerful reminder of the importance of mindfulness and integrity.

Women are seen as caregivers, nurturers, homemakers, and helpers. Men’s gender roles revolve around characteristics such as dominance, assertiveness, and strength.