- Is the symbol for accomplishing something impossible.
- Is a hard worker.
- Is fiercely independent.
- Receives little help from its mate.
- Teaches us to fight in a way where no one really gets hurt.
- Can move wings in a figure 8 pattern; symbol of infinity; past and future.
- Teaches us simple courage.
- Changes directions when necessary: forwards, backwards, sideways.
- Hibernates overnight, appears almost dead but is reborn every morning.