A mere mention of a scorpion instills in you fear, intrigue and fascination. The scorpion has long been one of the most popular inspirations in this sublime art of tattooing for various tribes, irrespective of different cultures and traditions. Scorpion tattoos in several cultures are embedded on to the body as talismans and amulets that are believed to protect the person by warding off evil. Scorpion tat designs have managed to capture the imagination and fancy of all tattoo enthusiasts around the world even though a scorpion has long since stood for danger, death, pain, envy, treachery and hatred. The scorpion also symbolizes the eighth zodiac sign - the Scorpio and is a very integral symbol in astrology. The scorpio zodiac sign has a scorpion as its symbol for characterizing the traits of those born in this particular period under the characteristic stars.Scorpion tattoo ideas are hugely popular and donned by many, for they make for interesting tat designs.
