Aries
Ram
March 21- April 29
The astrological new year begins with Aries, which is symbolized by the ram and associated with the element of fire. People under the sign of Aries are born between March 21 and April 19. Astrologers characterize Arians as adventurous, dynamic, impulsive people who must continually act and achieve in order to keep from extinguishing their elemental flame.
Personality: Bold, Courageous, Determined, Energetic, Hot-tempered, Impatient
Taurus
Bull
April 30- May 20
Taurus, the second sign of the zodiac, is the astrological sign for people whose birthdays fall between April 20 to May 20. Taurus is symbolized by the bull and associated with the earth element. Astrologers characterize Taureans as reliable, practical, and stubborn. The planet Venus, named after the Roman goddess of love and beauty, rules the sign and gives Taureans their characteristic charm and sensuousness.
Personality: Affection, Conservative, Loyal, Sensible, Possessive, Stubborn
Gemini
Twins
May 21- June 20
Symbolized by the heavenly twins, Gemini is the astrological sign for people born from May 21 to June 21. According to astrologers, the planet Mercury, named after the Roman messenger god, rules Gemini and gives Geminis their characteristic strong communication skills and quick wit. Like their zodiacal symbol, the twins, Geminis typically attempt to accomplish more than one task at a time.
Personality: Curious, Lively, Moody, Restless, Talkative, Witty
Cancer
Crab
June 21- July 22
The fourth sign of the zodiac, Cancer is the astrological sign for people born between June 22 and July 22. The crab symbolizes Cancer, the first water sign of the zodiac. According to astrologers, Cancerians are strongly protective of those they love, and also exhibit highly developed imagination, discipline, and intuition. Cancerians typically have a moody demeanor that correlates with the different stages of their ruling celestial body, the moon.
Personality: Artistic, Emotional, Home-loving, Instinctive, Patriotic, Shy
Leo
Lion
July 22- August 22
The lion symbolizes Leo, the fifth astrological sign, and represents people born between July 23 and August 22. Ruled by the sun, Leos exhibit an enthusiasm and confidence influenced by their fiery star. According to astrologers, Leos possess a force of determination bordering on stubbornness, while hiding a strong sense of creativity.
Personality: Cheerful, Colorful, Generous, Kind, Powerful, Proud
Virgo
Virgin
August 23- September 23
Symbolized by the virgin, Virgo, the sixth astrological sign, represents people born between August 23 and September 22. The planet Mars, named after the ancient Roman messenger god, rules Virgoans and gives them a superior intellect and strong communication skills. Characteristically practical and organized, Virgoans also often exhibit a critical nature and lack self-confidence.
Personality: Careful, Efficient, Modest, Orderly, Practical, Tidy
Libra
Scales
September 24- October21
Libra, the astrological sign symbolized by scales, includes people born between September 23 and October 22. According to astrologers, Libras seek balance and peace in their lives. The seventh sign of the zodiac, Libra is an air element. This airy quality influences Libras, who tend to have extroverted, pleasant personalities.
Personality: Companionable, Diplomatic, Friendly, Intelligent, Pleasant, Thoughtful
Scorpio
Scorpion
October 22- November 21
Scorpio, the eighth sign of the zodiac and symbolized by the scorpion, is the sign of people born between October 23 and November 21. According to astrologers, Scorpios characteristically maintain a high level of physical and emotional strength, but also exhibit traits of jealousy and secrecy. Astrologers point to the deep, penetrating nature of a Scorpio’s personality and correlate it with water, the elemental force associated with Scorpio.
Personality: Aggressive, Intense, Moody, Passionate, Secretive, Quick-tempered
Sagittarius
Archer
November 22- December 21
An archer, half-man and half-horse, symbolizes the ninth sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarians, born between November 22 and December 21, enjoy versatile physical and intellectual powers. Associated with the element of fire, Sagittarians exhibit a burning enthusiasm that helps them reach their potentials.
Personality: Cheerful, Enthusiastic, Generous, Outgoing, Relaxed, Warm
Capricorn
Goat
December 22- January 20
A mountain goat symbolizes the tenth sign of the zodiac, Capricorn. According to astrologers, Capricorns (born between December 22 and January 19) exhibit discipline and ambition. Associated with the earth element, Capricorns have good common sense and a strong sense of humor, although a tendency toward introversion tempers these traits.
Personality: Ambitious, Cautious, Dignified, Patient, Persistent, Practical
Aquarius
Water Bearer
January 21- February 19
The water pourer symbolizes the eleventh sign of the zodiac, Aquarius. According to astrologers, Aquarians (people born between January 20 and February 18) exhibit strong traits of individualism. The planet Uranus, named after the Greek god of the heavens, rules Aquarius and supposedly imparts a characteristic sense of unpredictability to Aquarians.
Personality: Curious, Independent, Modern, Open-minded, Outgoing, Serious
Pisces
Fishes
February 20- March 20
People born between February 19 and March 20 are considered to be Pisceans. The twelfth and final sign of the zodiac, Pisces is symbolized by two fish connected by a rope that swim in opposite directions. Astrologers believe that the tension created between these fish mirrors the tendency toward vacillation that characterizes the typical Piscean. Kind but deceptive, Pisceans often lack the self-confidence necessary to reach their substantial potential.
Personality: Emotional, Friendly, Imaginative, Intelligent, Sensible, Vague
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