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Animal Nails

Animal nails sound exactly like nail art designed with animals or animal prints in mind. These designs can include everything from cute little bunnies to bohemian elephants, so there's something for everyone. Overall, animal nail designs are a fun and creative way to show off your love for animals and add a unique touch to your nail art.
Animal nail designs are flexible in terms of design and color. You can choose a specific animal or even mix up different animals to create unique art. Some popular designs that go well with animal nail art designs include paw prints, scales, stripes, and spots. Animal faces or silhouettes can also be incorporated into the design for a more dramatic effect. You can pair the artwork with glitter or rhinestones for a glam effect or combine it with floral or tribal designs for a more eclectic look. General motifs include paw prints, fangs (like an alligator), claws (like a cat or tiger), feathers, horns/antlers (like a deer), and scales (like dragons). A good color combination for animal nails is one where the base color is similar to the animal's natural habitat—for example, yellowish green for frogs or brownish green for turtles. You can also add splashes of contrasting colors. Metallic colors, such as gold or silver, can also add a stylish touch to animal nail designs.
If you've never tried an animal nail design, now's the perfect time! Whether looking for something cute, cuddly, or edgy and fierce, animal nails can help you get there. We'll share some of the best animal nail designs so you can get inspired!

Animal Nail Designs for Long Nails

Embellished Marine Life Nails with Starfish | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2763
Embellished Marine Life Nails with Starfish | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2763

3D Mouse and Cheese Nails Design | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8116
3D Mouse and Cheese Nails Design | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8116

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB753
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB753

Embellished Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8077
Embellished Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8077

Tropical Parrots With Leaf  Nail Design With|Tropical-NB-D-449
Tropical Parrots With Leaf Nail Design With|Tropical-NB-D-449

Cute Panda for Mismatched French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7556
Cute Panda for Mismatched French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7556

Cute Bunny Nail Design
Cute Bunny Nail Design

Project_paznokcie

Love for Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7585
Love for Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7585

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Embellished Double French Nails for Valentine | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7226
Embellished Double French Nails for Valentine | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7226

Colorful Gradient Short Nails with Black Cat | Black Cat Nails - NB7114
Colorful Gradient Short Nails with Black Cat | Black Cat Nails - NB7114

Micro French Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7707
Micro French Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7707

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB11
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB11

Yellow Nails with Dots and a Cute Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7791
Yellow Nails with Dots and a Cute Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7791

Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828
Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828

Elegant Easter Nails with a Silhouette Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8052
Elegant Easter Nails with a Silhouette Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8052

Cat Nail Art

Short Blue Nails Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7142
Short Blue Nails Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7142

Black Cat on Fire Ombre Nails | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5909
Black Cat on Fire Ombre Nails | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5909

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB450
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB450

Minimal Black Nail Design for Halloween | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5779
Minimal Black Nail Design for Halloween | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5779

Garfield Matte Nails
Garfield Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Neon Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7119
Neon Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7119

French Nails Simple Cat Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7131
French Nails Simple Cat Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7131

Bling Cat Paw Print Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7128
Bling Cat Paw Print Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7128

Dog Nail Designs

101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails
101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Decorated Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7540
Decorated Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7540

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Matte Nails Puppy Love Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7531
Matte Nails Puppy Love Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7531

Dog Paw Print for Pink Ombre Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7530
Dog Paw Print for Pink Ombre Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7530

Blue Dog Love Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7537
Blue Dog Love Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7537

Retro Stripes with Animals
Retro Stripes with Animals

Daimondhand

Cute Simple Dog and Bone Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7538
Cute Simple Dog and Bone Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7538

Panda Nail Designs

Orange Nails with Chrome Tips and Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7560
Orange Nails with Chrome Tips and Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7560

Black Nails Dots and Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7567
Black Nails Dots and Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7567

Double French Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7569
Double French Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7569

Marble Nails Panda Head Design | Panda Nails- NB7562
Marble Nails Panda Head Design | Panda Nails- NB7562

3D Panda Paw Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7583
3D Panda Paw Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7583

Panda Green Nails with Hearts | Panda Nails- NB7581
Panda Green Nails with Hearts | Panda Nails- NB7581

Panda Love Ombre Nails | Panda Nails- NB7573
Panda Love Ombre Nails | Panda Nails- NB7573

Cute Panda for Mismatched French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7556
Cute Panda for Mismatched French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7556

Bunny Nails

Chrome Bunny for Black and Red Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7665
Chrome Bunny for Black and Red Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7665

Silhouette Bunny Design for Dark Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7674
Silhouette Bunny Design for Dark Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7674

Polar Lights Design French Nails with Hares | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3120
Polar Lights Design French Nails with Hares | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3120

French Nails with Simple Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7687
French Nails with Simple Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7687

Bunny and Heart Design for Gradient Pastel Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7694
Bunny and Heart Design for Gradient Pastel Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7694

Cute Bunny and Carrot Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8003
Cute Bunny and Carrot Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8003

Gradient and Bunny Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7695
Gradient and Bunny Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7695

Nude Nails 3D Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3563
Nude Nails 3D Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3563

Chicken Nail Art

Rooster Accent for Rose Gold Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7796
Rooster Accent for Rose Gold Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7796

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB175
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB175

Black Easter Nails 3D Designs | Easter Nails - NB3570
Black Easter Nails 3D Designs | Easter Nails - NB3570

Small Chick for Pink Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7794
Small Chick for Pink Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7794

Easter Chicks and Eggs Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3418
Easter Chicks and Eggs Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3418

White Easter Nails with Chicks and Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3616
White Easter Nails with Chicks and Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3616

Pastel Blue Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3584
Pastel Blue Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3584

Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails
Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails

Paulina_migdalek

Giraffe Nail Designs

Safari Theme Nail Art with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8034
Safari Theme Nail Art with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8034

Giraffe Nails with Glitter Design | Animal Nails- NB8038
Giraffe Nails with Glitter Design | Animal Nails- NB8038

French Manicure Giraffe Design | Animal Nails- NB8040
French Manicure Giraffe Design | Animal Nails- NB8040

Embellished Giraffe Theme Nails | Animal Nails- NB8036
Embellished Giraffe Theme Nails | Animal Nails- NB8036

Giraffe Head Nails Design with Gold Glitter | Animal Nails- NB8039
Giraffe Head Nails Design with Gold Glitter | Animal Nails- NB8039

Giraffe Calf for Matte Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8033
Giraffe Calf for Matte Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8033

Safari Peach Nails with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8035
Safari Peach Nails with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8035

Giraffe Design for Gradient Nails | Animal Nails- NB8037
Giraffe Design for Gradient Nails | Animal Nails- NB8037

Mouse Nails

Mouse Design for Holographic Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8104
Mouse Design for Holographic Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8104

Glitter Tips and Mouse Nail Art | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8107
Glitter Tips and Mouse Nail Art | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8107

Valentine's Day Mickey Mouse Nail Art
Valentine's Day Mickey Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Mouse Accent for Black and Gold Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8105
Mouse Accent for Black and Gold Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8105

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

Mouse and Cheese Theme Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8113
Mouse and Cheese Theme Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8113

Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails
Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Jerry the Mouse Nail Art
Jerry the Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Snake Nails

Snake in the Woods
Snake in the Woods

Mari_mari_nailart

Snake Design for Red Tip Nails | Snake Nails- NB8126
Snake Design for Red Tip Nails | Snake Nails- NB8126

Chrome Snake Nail Design
Chrome Snake Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Nude Nails with Snake Design
Nude Nails with Snake Design

Project_paznokcie

Simple French Manicure With Snake
Simple French Manicure With Snake

Nailartbychlo

Snake Accents for Green Marble Nails | Snake Nails- NB8124
Snake Accents for Green Marble Nails | Snake Nails- NB8124

Snake Design French Nails
Snake Design French Nails

Nail_sunny

Matte Nails with Snake | Snake Nails- NB8123
Matte Nails with Snake | Snake Nails- NB8123

Crab Nail Designs

Glossy Clear Nails with Crabs | Crab Nails- NB8153
Glossy Clear Nails with Crabs | Crab Nails- NB8153

Crab Accent for Glitter Nails | Crab Nails- NB8158
Crab Accent for Glitter Nails | Crab Nails- NB8158

Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2771
Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2771

Cute Crab Accents for Gradient Pastel Nails | Crab Nails- NB8161
Cute Crab Accents for Gradient Pastel Nails | Crab Nails- NB8161

Beach Theme Nails with Crab | Crab Nails- NB8156
Beach Theme Nails with Crab | Crab Nails- NB8156

Matte Crab Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8157
Matte Crab Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8157

Simple Sea Creatures for Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8163
Simple Sea Creatures for Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8163

Lobster with Pearl
Lobster with Pearl

Korelviktoria

Bee Nail Designs

Pink Nails with Bee Embellishments | Bee Nails- NB8147
Pink Nails with Bee Embellishments | Bee Nails- NB8147

Bee Accents for Yellow Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8152
Bee Accents for Yellow Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8152

Bee Design for Pastel Yellow Nails | Bee Nails- NB8148
Bee Design for Pastel Yellow Nails | Bee Nails- NB8148

Bees and Flowers Nail Art | Pollinators Nails - NB3053
Bees and Flowers Nail Art | Pollinators Nails - NB3053

Hexagonal Honeycomb Design for Short Nails | Bee Nails- NB8146
Hexagonal Honeycomb Design for Short Nails | Bee Nails- NB8146

Bee and Honeycomb Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8142
Bee and Honeycomb Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8142

Various Bees Nail Design | Pollinators Nails - NB3054
Various Bees Nail Design | Pollinators Nails - NB3054

Transparent Nails with Hexagonal Honeycomb Design | Bee Nails- NB8150
Transparent Nails with Hexagonal Honeycomb Design | Bee Nails- NB8150

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

Black and White Cow Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4382
Black and White Cow Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4382

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242

Tropical Parrots Matte Nail Design | Tropical-NB-D-447
Tropical Parrots Matte Nail Design | Tropical-NB-D-447

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

Tropical Parrots Matte Pedicure Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-444
Tropical Parrots Matte Pedicure Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-444

Turkey Toe Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1212
Turkey Toe Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1212

The Most Popular Animals for Nail Designs

Panda Nails
Bear Paw Nails
Tortoise Shell Nails
Butterfly Wing Nails
Ladybug Nails
Fish Scale Nails
Dragonfly Nails
Eagle Claw Nails
Bee Nails
Spiderweb Nails
Cat Nail Designs

Bat Nails
Owl Nails
Peacock Feather Nails
Flamingo Nail
 Octopus Nails
Jellyfish Nails
Dolphin Nails
Seahorse Nails
Crab Nails
Lobster Nails
Dog Nail Designs

What Nail Designs Go Well With Animal Patterns?

How to Choose the Best Colors for Animal Nails

When it comes to animal nail design, the best are those that complement the animal's natural coloring while also accentuating its unique features. First things first: what kind of animal are you going for? Do you want something that looks like a tiger? A lion? A dog? A cat? For example, if you want to paint a lion or an elephant on your nails, you may want to use shades of orange because they are both animals that live in warm climates. If you want to paint a dog or cat, you could use bright colors like green or blue because these animals have short hair, and it will make their coat look even shinier than it already is. It's also important to consider your animal's color naturally before choosing one for them.

Tips for Animal Nail Designs

Use thin nail art brushes to create intricate details and textures, such as the spots on a leopard pattern or the scales on a snakeskin pattern.

Don't overdo it with animal patterns. Instead, incorporate them into your overall style in a subtle and tasteful way.

Choose colors that complement each other and the animal pattern you are trying to create.

Start with simple designs and gradually move on to more complex ones as you gain experience.

Use reference images to ensure accuracy and attention to detail.

Use glitter or rhinestone embellishments to add dimension and sparkle to your animal nail design.

The Best Animal Nail Art Ideas

Ombre Nails with Silhouette Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2769
Ombre Nails with Silhouette Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2769

Minimal Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2768
Minimal Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2768

Silhouette Marine Life on Ombre Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2767
Silhouette Marine Life on Ombre Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2767

Coral Reef with Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2766
Coral Reef with Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2766

Gradient French Ocean with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2765
Gradient French Ocean with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2765

Silhouette Marine Life with Seahorses | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2764
Silhouette Marine Life with Seahorses | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2764

Embellished Marine Life Nails with Starfish | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2763
Embellished Marine Life Nails with Starfish | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2763

Nail Extensions with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2762
Nail Extensions with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2762

Glossy Marine Life Nails with Whales| Save the Ocean Nails - NB2761
Glossy Marine Life Nails with Whales| Save the Ocean Nails - NB2761

Blue Ombre Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2759
Blue Ombre Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2759

Eco-Friendly Practices Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2689
Eco-Friendly Practices Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2689

Biodiversity Conservation Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2648
Biodiversity Conservation Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2648

Valentine Sweetheart Candy Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2298
Valentine Sweetheart Candy Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2298

Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189
Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189

Anti Valentine Kid Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2164
Anti Valentine Kid Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2164

Haida Gwaii Salmon Motif Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1849
Haida Gwaii Salmon Motif Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1849

Abstract Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nails | Canadian | Tribal - NB1848
Abstract Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nails | Canadian | Tribal - NB1848

Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1847
Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1847

Peach Fuzz Nails with White Tips and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1834
Peach Fuzz Nails with White Tips and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1834

Peach Fuzz Shimmer Nail Design with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1833
Peach Fuzz Shimmer Nail Design with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1833

Embellished Peach Fuzz French Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1832
Embellished Peach Fuzz French Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1832

Double French Butterfly Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1831
Double French Butterfly Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1831

Double French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1830
Double French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1830

Peach Fuzz Shimmer Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1829
Peach Fuzz Shimmer Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1829

Long Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1828
Long Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1828

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FAQs:

Animal nail designs can be suitable for all ages if they are age-appropriate and done safely and hygienically. Some animal nail designs, such as a cartoon or cute animal designs, can be suitable for children and young adults, while more sophisticated designs featuring animal prints or patterns can be appropriate for older adults.
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