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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

Care Bears Nail Designs
Care Bears Nail Designs

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Cat Paw Design for Black Cat Ombre Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7126
Cat Paw Design for Black Cat Ombre Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7126

Dark Halloween Ted
Dark Halloween Ted

Klamaja

Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555
Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555

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

Sea and Sunset Matte Nails
Sea and Sunset Matte Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Easter Pastel Purple Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8008
Easter Pastel Purple Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8008

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21

Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol
Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol

Daimondhand

White Bunny Boy Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6460
White Bunny Boy Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6460

Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679
Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679

Short Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7566
Short Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7566

Hand-Painted Birds on Short Nails
Hand-Painted Birds on Short Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Cute Animals on Matte Nails
Cute Animals on Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Cat Nail Art

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

Mocha Mousse Ombre Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7127
Mocha Mousse Ombre Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7127

Royal Black Cat Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7122
Royal Black Cat Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7122

Halloween Black and Gray Nails with a Cat | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5781
Halloween Black and Gray Nails with a Cat | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5781

Nails with Frightening Black Cat Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5785
Nails with Frightening Black Cat Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5785

Stamping Psychedelic Animal Nail Designs
Stamping Psychedelic Animal Nail Designs

Merkyri.nails

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB752
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB752

The Cat of Christmas
The Cat of Christmas

Klamaja

Dog Nail Designs

X-long Ombre Yellow Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7534
X-long Ombre Yellow Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7534

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

Dog Accent for Glossy Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7532
Dog Accent for Glossy Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7532

Pink Nails with Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1967
Pink Nails with Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1967

German Shepherd Print on Embellished Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7535
German Shepherd Print on Embellished Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7535

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Embellished Nails with a Silhouette Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7533
Embellished Nails with a Silhouette Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7533

Panda Nail Designs

Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561
Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561

Short Panda Nails for Spring | Panda Nails- NB7558
Short Panda Nails for Spring | Panda Nails- NB7558

Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555
Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555

Short Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7566
Short Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7566

Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579
Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579

Panda Nails 3D Design | Panda Nails- NB7591
Panda Nails 3D Design | Panda Nails- NB7591

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

Panda Theme for Pastel French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7574
Panda Theme for Pastel French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7574

Bunny Nails

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

Easter French Nails with a Cute Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3495
Easter French Nails with a Cute Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3495

Bright Pink Nails with Peeps Easter Marshmallow Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3514
Bright Pink Nails with Peeps Easter Marshmallow Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3514

Peeps Marshmallow-inspired Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3511
Peeps Marshmallow-inspired Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3511

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

Cute Bunny Nail Design
Cute Bunny Nail Design

Project_paznokcie

Cute Bunny on Easter Blue Nails | Easter Nails - NB3585
Cute Bunny on Easter Blue Nails | Easter Nails - NB3585

Blue Glitter Nails with Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7672
Blue Glitter Nails with Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7672

Chicken Nail Art

Easter Eggshell Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7784
Easter Eggshell Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7784

Glossy Easter Chick and Eggs Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3412
Glossy Easter Chick and Eggs Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3412

Easter Chicks and Flowers Nail Art | Easter Nails - NB3415
Easter Chicks and Flowers Nail Art | Easter Nails - NB3415

Easter Chick on Light Pastel Nails | Easter Nails - NB3413
Easter Chick on Light Pastel Nails | Easter Nails - NB3413

Colorful Mini Eggs Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3455
Colorful Mini Eggs Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3455

Chicken for Egg-inspired French Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7789
Chicken for Egg-inspired French Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7789

Glitter Easter Nails with Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7780
Glitter Easter Nails with Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7780

Easter Chick and Colorful Eggs Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3424
Easter Chick and Colorful Eggs Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3424

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

Mouse Nails

Mouse and Cheese Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8114
Mouse and Cheese Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8114

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

Valentine's Day Minnie Mouse Nail Art
Valentine's Day Minnie Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Bright Nails with Mouse Accents | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8109
Bright Nails with Mouse Accents | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8109

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

Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails
Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Glitter Mouse Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8108
Glitter Mouse Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8108

Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails
Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Snake Nails

Chrome Snake Nail Design
Chrome Snake Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Snake Design French Nails
Snake Design French Nails

Nail_sunny

Matte Pastel Nails Snake Design | Snake Nails- NB8121
Matte Pastel Nails Snake Design | Snake Nails- NB8121

Coffin Snake Design Nails | Snake Nails- NB8139
Coffin Snake Design Nails | Snake Nails- NB8139

Snake-inspired Rhinestone Nails | Snake Nails- NB8122
Snake-inspired Rhinestone Nails | Snake Nails- NB8122

Snake and Rhinestone Nails Design | Snake Nails- NB8125
Snake and Rhinestone Nails Design | Snake Nails- NB8125

Snake Nail Art
Snake Nail Art

Melificentnailartistry

Simple French Manicure With Snake
Simple French Manicure With Snake

Nailartbychlo

Crab Nail Designs

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

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

Easy Crab Theme Design for Orange Nails | Crab Nails- NB8154
Easy Crab Theme Design for Orange Nails | Crab Nails- NB8154

Cute Crab Glitter Ombre Nails | Crab Nails- NB8165
Cute Crab Glitter Ombre Nails | Crab Nails- NB8165

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

A Crab Accent for Blue Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8166
A Crab Accent for Blue Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8166

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

Bee Nail Designs

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

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

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

3D Bee Charms for Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8141
3D Bee Charms for Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8141

Pastel Sunflower and Bee Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5240
Pastel Sunflower and Bee Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5240

Daisy and Bees Nail Art | Pollinators Nails - NB3055
Daisy and Bees Nail Art | Pollinators Nails - NB3055

Short and Easy Bee Nails | Bee Nails- NB8151
Short and Easy Bee Nails | Bee Nails- NB8151

Butter Yellow Nails Simple Bee Design | Bee Nails- NB8144
Butter Yellow Nails Simple Bee Design | Bee Nails- NB8144

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

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

Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451
Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Flaming Theme Watercolor Nails | Animal Nails- NB8024
Flaming Theme Watercolor Nails | Animal Nails- NB8024

Flamingo Neon Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8023
Flamingo Neon Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8023

Flamingo Design for Glossy Nails | Animal Nails- NB8022
Flamingo Design for Glossy Nails | Animal Nails- NB8022

Dot Design Colorful Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8021
Dot Design Colorful Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8021

Flamingo Design for Matte Pink and Black Nails | Animal Nails- NB8020
Flamingo Design for Matte Pink and Black Nails | Animal Nails- NB8020

Almond Nails Flamingo and Palm Design | Animal Nails- NB8019
Almond Nails Flamingo and Palm Design | Animal Nails- NB8019

Baby Boomer Nails with Flamingo Theme | Animal Nails- NB8018
Baby Boomer Nails with Flamingo Theme | Animal Nails- NB8018

Tropical Neon Pink Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8017
Tropical Neon Pink Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8017

Orange and Purple Tropical Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8016
Orange and Purple Tropical Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8016

Flamingo Design for French Nails | Animal Nails- NB8015
Flamingo Design for French Nails | Animal Nails- NB8015

Gold Accents for Flamingo Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8014
Gold Accents for Flamingo Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8014

Mismatched Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8013
Mismatched Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8013

Matte Nails Flamingo Design | Animal Nails- NB8012
Matte Nails Flamingo Design | Animal Nails- NB8012

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

Blue Cow Print Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4381
Blue Cow Print Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4381

Nails with Black and White Cow Print | Animal Print Nails - NB4380
Nails with Black and White Cow Print | Animal Print Nails - NB4380

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

Lovely Pink Cow Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4378
Lovely Pink Cow Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4378

Cute Cow Print Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4377
Cute Cow Print Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4377

Blue Nails with Cow Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4376
Blue Nails with Cow Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4376

Cute Black and White Cow Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4375
Cute Black and White Cow Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4375

Polar Animals Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3141
Polar Animals Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3141

Sea Animals Stuck in Plastic | Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3097
Sea Animals Stuck in Plastic | Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3097

Cute Forest Animals Nail Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3029
Cute Forest Animals Nail Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3029

Animals Hit Hard by Climate Change Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3019
Animals Hit Hard by Climate Change Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3019

Cute Forest Animals Nail Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB2864
Cute Forest Animals Nail Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB2864

Green Forest Nails with Animals Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB2855
Green Forest Nails with Animals Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB2855

Ocean and Sea Animals Blue Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2821
Ocean and Sea Animals Blue Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2821

Coral Reef White Ombre Design with Marine Animals | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2813
Coral Reef White Ombre Design with Marine Animals | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2813

Forest Animals Nestled Among Leaves | Love the Forest Nails - NB2789
Forest Animals Nestled Among Leaves | Love the Forest Nails - NB2789

Ombre French Nails with Marine Animals | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2760
Ombre French Nails with Marine Animals | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2760

Red and Yellow Nails with Black Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2584
Red and Yellow Nails with Black Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2584

Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569
Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569

Red and Black Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2568
Red and Black Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2568

Pastel Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2550
Pastel Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2550

Tribal Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2527
Tribal Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2527

Leopard Print Nails with Roses Accent Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2526
Leopard Print Nails with Roses Accent Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2526

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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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