Zodiac Signs

Explore the 12 zodiac signs, their elements, ruling planets, and core traits.

At a glance

What are the 12 zodiac signs?

The 12 zodiac signs are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Each sign has an element, modality, ruling planet, and a unique set of strengths, challenges, and life themes.

  • Each sign belongs to one of four elements: fire, earth, air, or water.
  • Signs are also cardinal, fixed, or mutable — their action style.
  • The ruling planet shapes each sign's dominant themes and talents.
Ariesfire · cardinal · MarsMarch 21 – April 19Taurusearth · fixed · VenusApril 20 – May 20Geminiair · mutable · MercuryMay 21 – June 20Cancerwater · cardinal · MoonJune 21 – July 22Leofire · fixed · SunJuly 23 – August 22Virgoearth · mutable · MercuryAugust 23 – September 22Libraair · cardinal · VenusSeptember 23 – October 22Scorpiowater · fixed · Pluto, MarsOctober 23 – November 21Sagittariusfire · mutable · JupiterNovember 22 – December 21Capricornearth · cardinal · SaturnDecember 22 – January 19Aquariusair · fixed · Uranus, SaturnJanuary 20 – February 18Pisceswater · mutable · Neptune, JupiterFebruary 19 – March 20

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many zodiac signs are there?

There are 12 zodiac signs in Western astrology. They follow the ecliptic — the Sun's apparent path through the sky — and each occupies 30 degrees of the zodiac wheel.

What is my zodiac sign?

Your Sun sign is the zodiac sign the Sun was in when you were born. It is based on your birth date. Your full chart also includes Moon, Rising, and other planetary placements.

What do zodiac signs mean?

Zodiac signs describe core personality patterns, motivations, strengths, and growth edges. They are one layer of astrology; your full birth chart adds houses, aspects, and planets for a complete picture.