Turtles are sacred creatures that represent healing, wisdom, spirituality, health, safety, longevity, protection, and fertility. Some Native Americans believe that the turtle contributed to creation by diving into the primeval waters to retrieve mud to create Mother Earth. And to some, the turtle’s shell is the foundation of the land.

Turtles represent the interconnectedness of life, and the responsibility of humans to protect the Earth. They are also symbols of wisdom, longevity, and harmony with the environment.