Alpha female?

Is anyone aware of the symbol for alpha female? I heard my mom mention it a long time ago. It has a horseshoe in it somewhere, but I can't seem to find any sources for it. If I can see what it looks like, I wouldn't mind getting it as a remembrance tattoo on the back of my neck for my mom.Alpha female?
I'm not sure about the horseshoe, but I have seen one where the traditional female symbol has either an equal sign within the circle or a Greek alpha. Google hasn't been as helpful as I would hope here.Alpha female?
That's not a horseshoe.


It's the symbol for Omega.





Alpha and Omega, the first


and last letters of the


Greek alphabet. Often represent


the Book of Revelations,


';I am Alpha and Omega, the


beginning and the ending,


saith the Lord.';


Omega is also the ancient symbol


of the goddess Ishtar.


Maybe the symbol you are looking


for, is under Greek Mythology.


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Well, I know that female wolf is called ';the alpha female'; - In recent years, the wolf has become the symbol of great hope, courage, and wilderness.





The Alpha wolves are usually the oldest and most experienced members of the pack. The alpha female guide the activities of the pack and share the duties of leadership; the alpha male may determine hunting strategies and take the initiative in marking his pack's territory. The alpha female makes decisions on where to establish den sites- a crucial role, as this determines where the pack will live and hunt as well.





Dominant wolves display strong personalities and must be confident decision makers. Alpha leaders have to be able to earn the respect and affection of other pack members. Lower-ranking members show this respect by approaching the alpha male or female with their bodies lowered and greeting them by reaching up to lick or nuzzle the alpha animal's face. ';Top dog'; in the wolf pack is an honored role and even young pups begin testing and challenging one another through play fighting to establish dominance.








Clear communication is a key element to the success of a cooperative pack- when signals from the alpha wolf are clear and are respected by other pack members, disputes can be settled quickly and without physical confrontation. Wolves communicate even complex messages in very subtle ways. A strong glance or a quick growl may be all that is neccessary to keep the peace. Even when pack members don't see eye to eye, quarrels are quickly forgotten once settled.





Maybe this is what your mom was talking about? I know there are some beautiful pictures of wolves that a good tattoo artist could do. Your mom was probably referring to being a free but strong woman... alpha female wolf is a wonderful symbol of such a woman.