Zuni animal figures

Zuni animal figures are carved representations created by the Zuni people, a Native American tribe from the southwestern United States. These figures often depict animals like bears, eagles, or frogs, and serve as symbols of spiritual ideas, community stories, or protective amulets. Made from materials like stone, shell, or turquoise, they reflect cultural beliefs and habitat connections. Used in ceremonies, storytelling, or as jewelry, Zuni animal figures embody reverence for nature and serve as tangible links to ancestral traditions and spiritual practices.