The Chinese zodiac is based on a combination of astronomy, astrology, and mythology. Each animal has its unique characteristics, symbolism, and cultural significance, which have been passed down through generations.
The 12 animals in the zodiac cycle are the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each animal sign is believed to represent different personality traits, fortunes, and prospects for the people born in that year. The Chinese zodiac is a system that assigns an animal to each year in a repeating 12-year cycle.