Owl tattoos are quite common these days, that’s because the owl tattoo means mysticism, intelligence and wisdom, while other people have their own meanings as well. There are more than 200 beautiful owl species to get tattoo ideas from. Owls are very colorful and interesting creatures, which is why some people prefer them than other bird tattoos. Most owls are nocturnal and hunt at night, for “night people” or people who are up all night the owl tattoo is perfect for you. You might be wondering where to put them, we give you a list of 20.
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Upper arm owl tattoo

Originally posted by Chelsea Kaline
Biceps owl tattoo

Originally posted by Iris Helene
I love the eye details. Makes you wanna stare at it for a long time.
Cool bio-mechanical owl tattoo with a little mouse

Originally posted by smallxtattoos
Rich colored owl tattoo on a man’s chest.

Originally posted by corn0nmacabre
Chest owl tattoo

Originally posted by Inked Magazine
Adorable owl tattoo design

Originally posted by Inked Magazine
It’s cute, cartoony and colorful.
Arm owl tattoo

Originally posted by 1337tattoos
Charming owl tattoo with pretty flowers.

Originally posted by ❤~|<ry$t@l~❤< dd=””>
Isn’t it adorable? Makes you wish it was real.
Beautiful four eyed owl.

Originally posted by KC
Framed owl tattoo

Originally posted by Linda Dee
I love that the owl is in black and grey and the frame is colored in gold. It made the owl look very dramatic.
Full back owl tattoo

Originally posted by DailyDoseOfTattoos
Look at the magnificent details of this owl tattoo. Aren’t you jealous?
Owl/heart tattoo, for the love of owls.

Originally posted by smallxtattoos
Cute owl attempting to look tough

Originally posted by Michelle Stewart
Another reason why owl tattoos are popular. They’re cute, fierce and fantastic.
Colorful thigh owl tattoo

Originally posted by Chandler McBee
Realistic leg owl tattoo

Originally posted by Christina Gibson
Owl with red ink.

Originally posted by brentboss88
I think the color red and an owl is a perfect combination. It looks so magnificent.
Owl with clock

Originally posted by marveloustattoos
Colorful geometrical owl tattoo design

Originally posted by 1337tattoos
For someone who loves colorful tattoo, an owl geometrical tattoo idea might be the best for you.
Cute owl on a branch

Originally posted by aloneinthisdarkness
Cute yet fierce looking owl in black and grey ink.
Owl thigh tattoo

Originally posted by Tara Thomas
Thigh owl tattoo is great placement idea, especially for women, because it has bigger space and you can show it off when you wear short skirts or pants.
The owl tattoos naturally look amazing wherever you put them on your skin. This animal’s magnificent design and beautiful meaning is the reason why you almost see them everywhere, including accessories. The Greek goddess Athena symbolizes the owl, being the symbol of wisdom, wealth and intelligence.
Although in reality, owls are not among the smartest birds in the criteria, but because of their sharp senses, human fascination with them started way back 30,000 years ago. It’s huge adorable eyes are stereoscopic. That means it can see well in the dim lights and even in the dark.
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My favorite here was the geometric owl. I have been wanting to get an owl tattoo for awhile! I think something similar but in black and white would suit me well!