They make good leaders, always aiming for perfection. They are also lively, intellectual, energetic and excitable. Dragon: This sign is bright, self-assured and romantic.However, they tend to throw away money and are stubborn yet undetermined. They are humorous and add spice to life - mainly because they can't stand things being dull. Rabbit: This sign is gentle, sensitive, compassionate, amiable, modest.They are also short-tempered and not easily interested in much. They like challenges and are quite good at expressing themselves.

Tiger: These individuals are tolerant, valiant, considerate, intelligent and respected.

However, they are also prudish, obstinate and poor at communication. No matter what, they always maintain a strong devotion to their work. They are honest, industrious, patient, and above all else, do things steadily.

Ox: This sign is intelligent, self-confident, and a naturally-born leader.

However, they are also timid, lack concentration and stability, and don't fit most leadership positions. These people are bright, sociable and ambitious, generally making them wealthy and successful.

Rat: This sign has spirit, wit, alertness, delicacy, flexibility and vitality.

Here are a few details on what each sign is like. Just like in Western astrology, each sign is commonly associated with a number of traits.

Some refer to the goat as the sheep or ram.

The New Year changes every year, so do more research to be certain. If you're born before the new year, you're technically born in the prior year.

As a rule of thumb, the new year is usually around February 4th.

These years are in accordance with the lunar (not solar) calendar.Year of your birth and your matching Zodiac animal: X Research source (Chinese astrology determines your animal sign based on your birthday in the Chinese astrology year, which begins on or around February 4 every year. Consult the chart below to find the year of your birth and the corresponding animal.

Chinese astrology calculator