Aboriginal animals refer to the various animals and creatures that have a major role to play in the traditions, culture and belief system of the indigenous tribes the Australian continent. These animals can be both positive and negative in their influence on the overall storyline. The various tribes of the region have their own versions of these characters and tend to follow similar storylines.

These animals are usually versions of the animals found in the natural ecosystem of Australia and will change depending on the tribe and region from where they originate. Although the various tribes have their own versions and names, they do tend to have a lot of similarities in the representation of these animals in mythology.