Reviewed and Updated: October 19, 2022 by Jamie Wilson BA
Are you excited to get a bird tattoo behind your ear? Here is a list of some awesome behind ear bird tattoo ideas!
Bird tattoos stand for freedom and wanderlust.
They also represent peace, independence and optimism.
Different tattoos have different meanings. If you consider yourself a free spirit, bird tattoos are for you! It is similar to what a butterfly tattoo depicts. A flower tattoo, on the other hand, shows that you are ready to reach your full potential. A dove tattoo represents hope and peace, this could also be a beautiful tribute tattoo. Birds have always been a sign of freedom and hope when you have gone through a difficult moment in your life or when you want to bring peace and happiness into it. Many cultures believe that birds remove negative influences and increase your feminine energy. In recent years a music note tattoo, a small butterfly tattoo, a tree tattoo or a scissors tattoo have gained popularity. Moon tattoos and sailor tattoos have started to become less popular.
Read on below to learn more about some fascinating behind-the-ear tattoos and their meanings
Black small bird tattoo behind the ear
This is one of the most popular behind-the-ear tattoos. This design is popular with women and since it is a small tattoo it is considered discreet. Done in black ink with a bit of shading, this ear tattoo depicts a small bird soaring towards the sky. Whenever you want to tattoo a new ink that is going to turn heads, make sure the tattoo has good placement. In Native American cultures, a soaring bird means you are a free spirit. Small tattoos cannot contain many details so the tattoo can only contain one element unless you want the tattoo to extend to your neck. If you want to express your willingness to travel or like nomadic life, get a similar tattoo inked behind your ear or on your neck.
Bird with Olive Branch Ear Tattoos
A flying bird behind the ear meaning you are a free spirit is a great tattoo! In this popular tattoo design we have a beautiful, minimal outline of a bird holding an olive branch between its beaks. The twig and leaves are colored solid black. Scissor tattoos also carry a similar message, except that the scissors are a metaphor for “cutting out” the negative energy around you. The branch adds the message of peace. Some people also like to add a roman numeral or group of roman numerals that represent a memorable date. Both cute and delicate, this tattoo design is placed closer to the neck.
Little bird in flight ear tattoo
Here a black small bird tattoo is placed under the ear. The bird is colored like a sketch, with a small patch of orange-red near the throat. This design does not have bright colors but was made in the neo-traditional and contemporary style of tattooing. This design was created using the poking technique rather than a tattoo machine. The bird is a sparrow and represents freedom.
Flock of birds behind the ear tattoo
This design is a combination of three small bird tattoos inked in black.
This is a great idea if you want your tattoo to symbolize letting go. It is a lasting reminder that you have come a long way and overcome the dark times. Birds are one of the universal symbols of peace and movement towards positive light. You can also get such a tattoo to represent the three important people who have greatly influenced your world. The placement of the ears also adds to the attractiveness.
Dove behind the ear tattoo
This is a simple line tattoo of a small dove. It symbolizes peace, harmony and freedom. This design has been seen primarily on women and has also become a sign of hope. Doves are included in certain celebrations, for example when someone is getting married, doves are released after the ceremony. Pigeons in flight also represent letting go of something. You may have had negative energy in your past so you can get this tattoo as a representation of letting go of what may have been holding you back.
Owl in flight ear tattoo
An owl is one of the signs of the zodiac. If you were born in January, an owl represents your zodiac sign. Owl is a good luck symbol and a metaphor for your ability to create light while also being able to get through the darkness. An owl in flight also represents that there is hope for a safe haven and that you should not lose hope. Designs like this also depict a yin and yang, meaning the world is in perfect balance. A heart tattoo symbolizes new beginnings and long life, so some people like to add that as well. Owls are also considered gentle birds unless they sense danger, which could also be a metaphor for your personality. Perhaps you may think that people take you for granted or don’t take you seriously, so this tattoo idea can be symbolic of your struggle.
Cute Hen Tattoo Design
Small tattoos behind the ear are considered delicate and subtle. This small hen or chick is placed behind the ear and is fully tattooed in stick and poke tattoo style. The hen is not a representation of anything but is used as a joke. Tattoos don’t always have a deep meaning, sometimes they just fit your personality trait. This cute bird tattoo can easily be hidden behind long hair if desired.
Banana covered with a bird tattoo
A large tattoo design helps to easily cover a tattoo that you may have gotten before. The previous tattoo that was there looked like the tattoo artist didn’t do a good job or maybe the client wanted to try a new design in the same spot. Smaller tattoos always appear delicate and larger tattoos are meant to show that you have made a bold choice. The bird this design has made is a raven. The design looks feminine and elegant. Sometimes people like to cover up their tattoos as they may have started a new chapter in their life and they want the tattoo to be a symbol of it.
Pigeons in flight ear tattoo
This is a combination of four little birds and is the traditional way birds are shown. The birds fly with differently stretched wings. The birds are designed in black ink. This symbolizes that you are ready for a new chapter. Ear tattoos are usually small tattoos and are placed behind the ear, they are preferred as they are discreet. They are also more painful than other body parts because they are on a bone rather than a muscle.
Japanese style bird behind the ear tattoo
The style of the tattoo artist is different here as the design is in Japanese art style. In Japanese culture, birds represent peace and harmony. This design means you are at peace with yourself and ready for what life has to offer. They are three swallows placed one on top of the other with outstretched narrow, sharp wings. This tattoo also symbolizes that you are hopeful. Ear tattoos are mainly seen on women as they have become a fashion symbol. They have small tattoos but it has a powerful message. Some women like to add different elements in their tattoos, for example a small heart or a flower. These types of tattoo styles have recently been popularized by celebrities.
Bird tattoos behind the ear have become stylish recently, some people like to get a bird tattooed on their sleeve. Ear tattoos are considered discreet tattoos. Tattoos behind the ears are more preferred by women than men as they are a fun way to express yourself. Here are some design ideas if you are thinking of getting a bird tattooed behind your ear.
- Bird of paradise tattoo behind the ear
- Pigeon flight design behind the ear
- Bird tattoo that stretches from the back of your ear to your neck
- Raven bird design behind the ear
- Little owl behind the ear
- Bird cage tattoo behind the ear
- Bird tattoo behind the ear Different movie style
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