12 Zodiac Signs : Symbols, Dates & Facts

Zodiac Signs and Their Characteristics

There are 12 zodiac signs as per the 12 months of a year. Each zodiac sign contributes to a person’s attitude, luck, compatibility and characteristics. It is popularly believed that each zodiac sign plays a vital role in every person’s traits and behaviour. It is also used for horoscope signs. The 12 signs belong to a group of Earth’s elements. They are fire, water, air and Earth. The symbol of the zodiac signs comes from 12 animals originating from Chinese astrology. The twelve zodiac symbols are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.

The zodiac horoscope signs are: 

1. Aries:

Aries is the first astrological sign in the horoscope chart. Aries is a fire element sign. People who are born between the dates of March 21 and April 19 are known to be Aries zodiac persons. Aries are known to be feisty personas with angry characteristics as a fire sign of the zodiac chart. They tend to get angry quickly and forget quickly about it. They are known to be passionate and adventurous. Aries is also physically very strong and sturdy. Their strong characteristic always makes them stand out among a crowd of people. Aries is compatible with fellow fire signs like Leo and Sagittarius. Due to the immense energy of Aries, it belongs as the Dragon symbol in Chinese astrology. 

2. Pisces:

Pisces is the twelfth and final zodiac sign in the horoscope chart. Pisces is a water element sign. People who are born between the dates of February 19 and March 20 are known to be Pisces zodiac persons. As a water sign of the zodiac chart, Pisces are known to be extremely emotional and sentimental beings. They can be quiet and mysterious at times. They are also known to be very intelligent and profound. They enjoy long conversations about important logical things. They have positive energy and always support their loved ones. Their immense sentiment can turn dreadful if it is negative. They get angry and stay angry forever. Pisces are compatible with Cancer and Capricorn. They belong to the Rooster sign in Chinese astrology. 

3. Aquarius

Aquarius is the eleventh astrological sign in the zodiac chart. Aquarius is an air element sign. People who are born between the dates of January 20 and February 18 are known to be Aquarius zodiac persons. Aquarius is known to be a rational and social person as an air sign of the zodiac chart. They love to be around people and build communication with them. Aquarius people tend to be very intellectual and philosophical beings. Like air, they prefer to be free and explore various things. They can be curious and also calm. They are highly compatible with Libra and Gemini. They belong to the Tiger sign in Chinese astrology. 

4. Taurus

Taurus is the second astrological sign n the zodiac chart. Taurus is an earth element sign. People who are born between the dates of April 20 and May 21 are known to be Taurus zodiac persons. As an earth sign of the zodiac chart, Taurus is known to be a very grounded and moral being. They tend to be very emotional at times. They can be terrifying when angry or enraged. They are conservative and mysterious sometimes and social at times. Taurus is compatible with Virgo and Capricorn. Taurus is the Snake sign in Chinese astrology. 

5. Gemini

Gemini is the third astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Gemini is an air element sign. People who are born between the dates of May 21 and June 21 are known to be Gemini zodiac sign people. As an air sign, they tend to be free-minded and curious beings. Gemini is known to be very naughty and troublemaker. They are very social and friendly. Gemini can be two-faced, too, as they are good at pretending. Gemini is highly compatible with Aquarius and Libra. They belong to the Rat sign in Chinese astrology. 

6. Cancer

Cancer is the fourth astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Cancer is a water element sign. People who are born between the dates of June 22 and July 22 are known to be cancer zodiac persons. Cancers tend to be very emotional personas with sentimental baggage as a water sign. Their positive emotions are also powerful. They tend to be very loving and clingy at times. Cancer is compatible with Pisces and Scorpio. The cancer sign belongs to the Sheep zodiac in Chinese astrology. 

7. Leo

Leo is the fifth astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Leo is a fire element sign. People who are born between July 23 and August 22 are known to be Leo zodiac sign people. As a fire sign, Leo is known to be intense and passionate. They tend to be very loyal and emotionally available. They are very insightful, creative and always ready for action. A Leo person should not be challenged because they are highly competitive and full of rage. Leo is also called the sign of the Sun because of their shiny and fiery attitude. They are compatible with Aries and Sagittarius. They belong to the Monkey zodiac sign from Chinese astrology.  

8. Virgo

Virgo is the sixth astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Virgo is an earth element sign. People who are born between the dates of August 23 and September 22 are known to be Virgo people. Virgos tend to be a perfectionist. As an earth sign, they are extremely humble and grounded. They are often in a challenge with themselves to become the best in everything. They are known to be very realistic and materialistic in life. Inside, Virgo is very emotional and kind. They treat people around them nicely, but their practical side also isolates them. Virgo is compatible with Scorpio and Cancer. Virgo belongs to the Rooster zodiac sign in Chinese astrology. 

9. Libra

Libra is the seventh astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Libra is an air element sign. People who are born between the dates of September 23 and October 23 are known to be Libra people. As an air sign, Libras are open-minded and free beings. They tend to be very social and friendly. They hate to be alone and value their partners a lot. Libras are known to be very analytical and practical at times. Libras can often be two-faced and pretentious. They always look for balance in their lives. Libras are compatible with Aquarius and other Libras. Libras belong to the Dog zodiac sign in Chinese astrology. 

10. Scorpio

Scorpio is the eighth astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Scorpio is a water element sign. People born between October 24 and November 23 are known to be Scorpio. As a water sign, Scorpios tend to be extra powerful when it comes to emotions. They feel everything with extra energy. Their rage is not something to be messed with. It also means when they are happy and loved, it is also felt strongly. Most of the time, it leads to over-expectations and disappointments in others. Scorpios are really hard to impress. Scorpios tend to be very secretive and mysterious at times. Scorpio is highly compatible with Aries and other Scorpios. Scorpio belongs to the Pig zodiac sign in Chinese astrology. 

11. Sagittarius

 Sagittarius is the ninth astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Sagittarius is a fire element sign. People who are born between the dates of November 24 and December 23 are known to be Sagittarius person. As a fire sign, Sagittarius is emotionally very feisty and strong. They are often extroverted and outspoken types of people. Sagittarius is a sign full of energy and dynamic talents. They can be overly self-aware and jealous of people sometimes. Sagittarius is known to be loyal and compassionate towards their loved ones. Sagittarius is compatible with Aries and Leo. Sagittarius belongs to the Rat zodiac sign in Chinese astrology. 

12. Capricorn

 Capricorn is the tenth astrological sign from the zodiac chart. Capricorn is an earth element sign. People who are born between the dates of December 24 and January 19 are known as Capricorn people. As an earth sign, Capricorn is highly hardworking and practical in their life. They tend to be ambitious and adventurous beings. Capricorns are known to be very fussy and difficult to maintain. They can get angry very quickly and do not forgive easily. Capricorns are very loyal and trustworthy. They do not leave their close ones in trouble and are very supportive. Capricorns are compatible with Virgo and other Capricorns. Capricorn belongs to the Ox zodiac sign in Chinese astrology.   

12 Zodiac Signs and Dates