Some of the more bizarre legends tell of men actually talking to the animals in the language of men. Another interpretation could be that these men actually watched the animals' movements and perceived that these movements meant something. This would be something like a person could tell a storm was approaching because animals become anxious. Many of the animals stood for specific things also. In Celtic tradition the boar represented fertility, wealth, courage and strength.
Today there are many statues of boars along side statues of great warriors.
Many of these warriors shared the characteristics given to the boar. Birds are another example of Celtic Symbolism in animals. Birds represented prophetic knowledge, skill or prowess, and bloodshed. Ravens and crows are often considered symbols of bloodshed and warfare. Many feel the reason for this is because they can often be seen feasting on the corpses of those who died in battle.