As with traditional exoteric astrology, where each of the twelve zodiac signs fall within a key element, each of the Birth Totems also belong to an Elemental Clan, as governed by one of the four Elemental Chiefs of Fire (Hawk), Earth (Turtle), Air (Butterfly) and Water (Frog).

Hawk Clan (Fire Chief)   Falcon, Salmon, Owl

Turtle Clan (Earth Chief)       Beaver, Bear, Goose

Butterfly Clan (Air Chief)   Deer, Crow, Otter

Frog Clan (Water Chief)   Woodpecker, Snake, Wolf