claw pose

A hand pose imitating claws.

Stereotypically the hands are held up near the face, with the fingers arched and curled inwards.

Usually an imitation of animal behavior. More rarely, it may be part of a fighting stance, or an intent to grab.

Examples

• Danbooru post #5657329: One hand
• Danbooru post #8368129: Both hands

See also

• Ghost pose (hands limp)
• Paw pose (hands closed in loose)
• Zombie pose (arms straight, hands limp)
• Tag group:Gestures