GIANT PANDAS: This bear is the closest you’ll get to a live, cuddly teddy bear. They are quiet herbivores who enjoy solitude. They avoid confrontation by keeping to themselves and are rarely aggressive unless they really feel threatened.
HEY kids! If you love animals, you probably wish that they love you too – or at least not be grumpy and aggressive when you encounter them. Good news. There are critters who love peace as much as you do.
Here are five of nature’s most peaceful creatures:
DOVES: In many cultures, doves are viewed as symbols of peace. You will often see pictures of doves with olive branches in their beaks, which is a universal symbol of peace and purity. Doves are known to be loyal, dedicated and honourable creatures.
SHEEP/LAMBS: Sheep are known for their meek, gentle nature. They’re non-violent animals that thrive in peace and love. In Christian traditions, God’s ideal children are often compared to little lambs that stay by His side.
SLOTHS: By many, sloths are simply seen as lazy animals, but rather, they’re slow, quiet, passive and peace-loving animals that dwell in trees and avoid making trouble. These gentle souls only eat leaves and try their best to stay out of predators’ ways.
BUTTERFLIES: The beautiful butterfly is seen as a symbol of hope, peace, tranquillity and happiness. Some Native American traditions include ceremonies where they honour the butterfly in hopes of being blessed with peace, prosperity and happiness.
GIANT PANDAS: This bear is the closest you’ll get to a live, cuddly teddy bear. They are quiet herbivores who enjoy solitude. They avoid confrontation by keeping to themselves and are rarely aggressive unless they really feel threatened.
