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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!

The Best Animal Nail Art Ideas

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

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786
Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786

Glitter Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1208
Glitter Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1208

Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453
Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453

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

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

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

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.

Animal Nail Designs for Long Nails

Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376
Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376

Easter Bunny and Flowers Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3380
Easter Bunny and Flowers Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3380

Jellyfish Nail Design
Jellyfish Nail Design

Klamaja

Nature-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB817
Nature-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB817

Matte Goose Nails
Matte Goose Nails

Merkyri.nails

Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterfly Design and Filigree French Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1824
Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterfly Design and Filigree French Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1824

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

Chrome Santa Claus and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1333
Chrome Santa Claus and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1333

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.

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Mismatched Animal Nails
Mismatched Animal Nails

Daimondhand

French Nails with Penguins on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3131
French Nails with Penguins on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3131

Tom and Short Neon Nails
Tom and Short Neon Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Minimal Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1214
Minimal Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1214

Owl on Tree Branch Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3168
Owl on Tree Branch Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3168

Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119
Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119

Cute Baby Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3142
Cute Baby Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3142

Nail Design and Art / Animal Nails
Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786
Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786

Pastel Nails with Easter Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3409
Pastel Nails with Easter Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3409

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

Bright Pastel Color Nails with Easter Bunny Ear Design | Easter Nails - NB3396
Bright Pastel Color Nails with Easter Bunny Ear Design | Easter Nails - NB3396

Spring Theme Easter Baskets Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3375
Spring Theme Easter Baskets Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3375

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

Multicolored Butterfly Nails
Multicolored Butterfly Nails

Cdanails

Care Bears Rainbow Nails
Care Bears Rainbow Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Genie, Abu, and Rajah from Aladdin
Genie, Abu, and Rajah from Aladdin

Nna_naomynailart_official

Animals-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB845
Animals-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB845

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB55
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB55

Embellished Bunny Ear Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3401
Embellished Bunny Ear Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3401

Colorful Easter Bunny Ombre Nails with Glitter | Easter Nails - NB3405
Colorful Easter Bunny Ombre Nails with Glitter | Easter Nails - NB3405

Easter Bunny Ombre Nails | Easter Nails - NB3384
Easter Bunny Ombre Nails | Easter Nails - NB3384

Gradient Pastel Nails with a Rabbit for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3407
Gradient Pastel Nails with a Rabbit for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3407

Happy Disney Nails
Happy Disney Nails

Nailartbychlo

Magical Aurora View and Arctic Hares on Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3115
Magical Aurora View and Arctic Hares on Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3115

Tropical Flamingo Chrome Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-130
Tropical Flamingo Chrome Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-130

Reindeers Beneath the Vibrant Hues of the Aurora Borealis | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3116
Reindeers Beneath the Vibrant Hues of the Aurora Borealis | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3116

Tropical Flamingo Ballerina Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-129
Tropical Flamingo Ballerina Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-129

Colorful Butterfly Nails
Colorful Butterfly Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB56
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB56

Colorful Nails with Easter Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3593
Colorful Nails with Easter Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3593

Winnie the Pooh Extension
Winnie the Pooh Extension

Fasia.nails

Airbrushing Gradient with Half Butterfly
Airbrushing Gradient with Half Butterfly

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1050
Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1050

Bambi Cartoon Nails
Bambi Cartoon Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Chrome Snake Nail Design
Chrome Snake Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Christmas Tree and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1392
Christmas Tree and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1392

Gold and Brown Christmas Nails
Gold and Brown Christmas Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Brown Nails with Cow Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4379
Brown Nails with Cow Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4379

Fudge Cow Print
Fudge Cow Print

Fasia.nails

Chocolate Brown Nail Art for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3678
Chocolate Brown Nail Art for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3678

Nails with Winnie the Pooh Accents | Cartoon Nails - NB2882
Nails with Winnie the Pooh Accents | Cartoon Nails - NB2882

Grinch and Max the Dog Nails
Grinch and Max the Dog Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Nature in Blue
Nature in Blue

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Jellyfish Nail Design
Jellyfish Nail Design

Klamaja

Matte Zig Zag Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1378
Matte Zig Zag Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1378

Santa Claus and a Sledge of Presents Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1327
Santa Claus and a Sledge of Presents Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1327

Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3124
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3124

Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119
Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119

Nail Design of Playful Penguins Sliding on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3122
Nail Design of Playful Penguins Sliding on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3122

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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