Western Zodiac Dates
Aries (Mar 21-Apr 19), Taurus (Apr 20-May 20), Gemini (May 21-Jun 20), Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22), Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22), Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22), Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22), Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21), Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21), Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19), Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18), Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20). Dates shift slightly year to year. Those born near transition dates may be on the cusp, showing traits of both signs.
Chinese Zodiac Animals
The 12-year cycle: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. Each animal has associated elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) creating a 60-year cycle. 2024 is Year of the Wood Dragon. Your Chinese zodiac animal is determined by lunar new year, typically in January or February, not the Gregorian calendar year.
Birthstones by Month
January: Garnet. February: Amethyst. March: Aquamarine. April: Diamond. May: Emerald. June: Pearl/Alexandrite. July: Ruby. August: Peridot/Spinel. September: Sapphire. October: Opal/Tourmaline. November: Topaz/Citrine. December: Turquoise/Zircon/Tanzanite. Birthstones have been associated with months since biblical times, with the modern list standardized in 1912 by the American National Association of Jewelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is my zodiac sign?
Enter your birth date in our age calculator, then cross-reference with zodiac dates. For exact determination including cusp calculations, an ephemeris or astrology software is needed.
What is a cusp in astrology?
Being born near the transition between two zodiac signs (within 2-3 days). Cusp individuals often display traits of both signs. Exact cusp dates vary by year.
What is my Chinese zodiac animal?
Based on lunar new year, not January 1. If born before lunar new year, you belong to the previous year's animal. 2024 (Feb 10) is Dragon; 2025 (Jan 29) is Snake.