Top Ten Animals and Mythical Creatures to Have as a Patronus
If you haven't seen or read Harry Potter, you won't know that a Patronus is essentially a spirit guardian which exists in animal form, and is a wizard's strongest line of defense. Its form represents what you identify with in positive spirit, and is thus a topic worth debating.
A dragon is a legendary creature, typically with serpentine or reptilian traits, that features in the myths of many cultures. Dragons are giant winged, fire-breathing reptiles. Widely regarded as terrifying yet awe-inspiring, they can be found all over the world and are frequently referred to in Asian and medieval European folklore.
I'm pretty sure my Patronus would be a dragon. A naturally intelligent, wild, and energetic creature.
I thought this was going to be my Patronus! Unfortunately, it was just a Newfoundland.
A mythical bird from Greek mythology, the Phoenix is said to burst into flames upon death and be reborn from its ashes. Often associated with themes of rebirth and immortality, it is traditionally depicted as a large, colorful bird with a melodious song. I love the mythos about the phoenix and how it rises from its ashes. It's such a powerful symbol and a very unique Patronus to have. Dumbledore was a very unique wizard.
I also enjoy the story about the mouse Patronus. The man who had this mouse Patronus was thought of as "weak" and laughed at because it was so small. However, his Patronus ended up beating the dementors that plagued his village when all the other "strong" Patronuses failed. He was proclaimed a hero, and his small mouse Patronus was hailed as the strongest.
It just goes to show that it doesn't matter what form your Patronus takes, but the feeling and strength of will behind it. Rowling wrote this story as an article on Pottermore in case anyone wants to read it or check it out on the Harry Potter Wikia page.
The dog or domestic dog (Canis familiaris or Canis lupus familiaris) is a domesticated descendant of the wolf, and is characterized by an upturning tail. The dog is derived from an ancient, extinct wolf, and the modern wolf is the dog's nearest living relative. The dog was the first species to be domesticated,... read more I would get a Shiba Inu because they protect their owners. If my overprotective mom or relatives see me walking with other dogs nearby, I can trust my Shiba to reassure them that the other dogs will not harm us.
Dogs deserve to be in third place as a Patronus because they are loyal and protective. My Patronus is actually a Bernese Mountain Dog!
Probably a bit biased as a husky is my Patronus, but still!
Hawks are a group of medium-sized diurnal birds of prey of the family Accipitridae which are widely distributed and varying greatly in size. My online namesake is a hawk. You all know I'm perceptive and powerful.
The Pegasus represents pride and majesty, which is why it's a perfect Patronus. The Pegasus is a loyal creature that is not easily defeated. It's a perfect beast to have under your power.
I would love for my Patronus to be a Pegasus. Majestic and graceful creatures, if they existed.
I tried an online exam to see what my Patronus is, and I got Pegasus... I think so...
Eagle is the common name for many large birds of prey of the family Accipitridae. Eagles belong to several groups of genera, some of which are closely related. Most of the 60 species of eagle are from Eurasia and Africa. Outside this area, just 14 species can be found - 2 in North America, 9 in Central... read more Intelligent, fierce, and graceful. A Ravenclaw's or Gryffindor's Patronus.
A dolphin is an aquatic mammal within the infraorder Cetacea. Dolphin species belong to the families Delphinidae (the oceanic dolphins), Platanistidae (the Indian river dolphins), Iniidae (the New World river dolphins), Pontoporiidae (the brackish dolphins), and the extinct Lipotidae (baiji or Chinese... read more My Patronus would definitely be a dolphin. They are naturally protective, intelligent, and swift!
A highly evolved creature and the animal we're closest to communicating with.
What about Kanzi the bonobo and Koko the gorilla? We've already established communication with them to a certain extent.
The snow leopard (Panthera uncia), also known as the ounce, is a felid in the genus Panthera native to the mountain ranges of Central and South Asia. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List because the global population is estimated to number fewer than 10,000 mature individuals and is expected... read more
The cat (Felis catus) is a domestic species of small carnivorous mammal.It is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae and is often referred to as the domestic cat to distinguish it from the wild members of the family. A cat can either be a house cat, a farm cat or a feral cat; the latter... read more
Love it. Sometimes I wish this was my Patronus, but I'm happy with my otter.
Owls are birds from the order Strigiformes, which includes over 200 species of mostly solitary and nocturnal birds of prey typified by an upright stance, a large, broad head, binocular vision, binaural hearing, sharp talons, and feathers adapted for silent flight. Exceptions include the diurnal northern... read more I identify with birds in general. Though it does suit you, PetSounds!
However, I'm on my third all-nighter this week, so don't blame me for feeling owl-ish too...
This is probably the bird I identify most with. It suits me, don't you think?
Voting for owls just because there are lots of owls in Harry Potter.
A centaur, or occasionally hippocentaur, is a mythological creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.
Snakes are elongated, limbless, carnivorous reptiles of the suborder Serpentes. Like all other squamates, snakes are ectothermic, amniote vertebrates covered in overlapping scales. Many species of snakes have skulls with several more joints than their lizard ancestors, enabling them to swallow prey... read more The snake may have some dark connotations in the Harry Potter series, but the snake has its positive attributes. For one thing, I have a thing for snakes.
This is what I got on Pottermore. According to some site:
"If you have an Adder Patronus, you are most likely a lovely person to be around until someone pushes your buttons."
"People with Adder Patronuses have a soft spot for those younger than them."
Cool. I guess it describes me...? Lol
A mermaid is a legendary aquatic creature with the head and upper body of a female human and the tail of a fish.
The wolf (Canis lupus), also known as the gray or grey wolf, is a large canine native to Eurasia and North America. Over thirty subspecies of Canis lupus have been recognized, with gray wolves comprising the wild subspecies. As the largest extant member of the Canidae family, the wolf is distinguished... read more Wolves are brave, intelligent, and brave.
Loyal and they always find the path. They are pathfinders and all-knowers.
The lion (Panthera leo) is a large cat of the genus Panthera native to Africa and India. It has a muscular, broad-chested body, short, rounded head, round ears, and a hairy tuft at the end of its tail. It is sexually dimorphic; adult male lions are larger than females and have a prominent mane. It is... read more Bravery, strength, and unwavering loyalty. A Gryffindor's or Hufflepuff's Patronus.
The unicorn is a legendary creature that has been described since antiquity as a pure-white horse-like beast with a large, pointed, spiraling horn projecting from its forehead I have a unicorn as my Patronus!
My Patronus. Griffins are beautiful, powerful, and extremely intelligent.
How is this not in the top 10? Griffins are amazing. Half lion, half eagle.
Wise, fierce, loyal, magical, and they can fly!
Sharks are a group of elasmobranch fish characterized by a cartilaginous skeleton, five to seven gill slits on the sides of the head, and pectoral fins that are not fused to the head. Modern sharks are classified within the clade Selachimorpha (or Selachii) and are the sister group to the rays. However,... read more Underestimated, brave, and calm except under attack. A Ravenclaw's Patronus.
They are a duplicate of griffins except with a better name. But I still love them.
This is my Patronus, and it is awesome.
African elephants are elephants of the genus Loxodonta. The genus consists of two extant species: the African bush elephant, L. africana, and the smaller African forest elephant, L. cyclotis. Strong, protective, and kind. Either a Gryffindor's or a Hufflepuff's Patronus.
Falcons are birds of prey in the genus Falco, which includes about 40 species. Falcons are widely distributed on all continents of the world except Antarctica, though closely related raptors did occur there in the Eocene... read more
Foxes are small to medium sized animals and belong to the Canidae family along with other animals such as jackals, wolves, and domestic dogs. There are 37 species of fox but only 12 are considered true Vulpes. A fox's prey is small mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, eggs, insects, worms, fish, crabs,... read more
One of the most ethereal creatures, unknown to most.