YEAR OF THE ROOSTER

The rooster ranks tenth amongst the Chinese zodiac animals and is the only bird in the Chinese zodiac. Years of the rooster include 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, and 2029. The rooster is under the influence of the fire element in 2017, making it the Year of the Fire Rooster.

The rooster represents fidelity and punctuality. People born in a year of the rooster are on the one hand said to be beautiful, kind hearted, hardworking, courageous, independent, humorous and honest, and on the other hand, arrogant, self-aggrandising, manipulative, wild and gullible.

Roosters are happiest when surrounded by others, whether at a party or a social gathering. They are loyal, make devoted

friends and always keep their promises. They enjoy the spotlight and exude charm when in it. However, continuously seeking the unwavering attention of others can annoy people around them at times.

People born in a year of the rooster are typically healthy people and are more motivated than other animals in the Chinese zodiac, making their careers a priority in their lives. Good career choices for roosters include sales roles, hospitality, hairdressing, public relations roles, teaching, journalism, medicine, firefighting and roles in law enforcement.