South American Animals in mythology have a consistent theme where they are always relatable to the various species that they Aztecs, Mayans and Incas could see around them in their daily life. The animals also tend to imbibe supernatural powers and abilities that justify their position in the pantheon.

South American animals are usually associated with natural elements or with popular creation stories that have striking similarities across the many civilizations and indigenous cultures that were present in Mesoamerica and South America of yesteryears. These animals also are closely associated with the daily lives of the humans who incorporated them into the belief system.