Do you like to read about your zodiac sign in the back of magazines or in the daily newspaper? Or do you even know what your zodiac sign is? Lots of people think astrology is fun but very few know all of the astrology zodiac sign facts or what characteristics apply to each sign. Keep reading to learn what makes each sign special and how it affects people's personalities.

Aries
Those born March 20th- April 18th are Aries. Mars rules this sign and it is represented by the ram. Aries are usually arrogant, adventurous, independent, competitive, impulsive, dynamic, and courageous. Aries are born leaders and strive to succeed. Family and friends are important to Aries. Gemini, Leo, Libra, and Scorpio are good matches for this sign.

Taurus
Those born April 19th- May 20th are Taurus. Venus represents this sign and it is represented by the bull. Dependable, stubborn, practical, loving patient, warm hearted, and reliable are just some of the Taurus' characteristics. Family and friends are also important to Taurus however they do not accept insult well. Capricorn, Scorpio, and Libra are good matches for the Taurus.

Gemini
Those born May 21st - June 20th are Gemini. Mercury rules Gemini and it is represented by the twins. Geminis are typically expressive, curious, versatile, witty, and adaptable not to mention good communicators. Geminis are also occasionally pessimistic. Virgo, Libra, and Sagittarius are good matches for the Gemini.

Cancer
Those born June 21st - July 22nd are Cancers. The moon rules this sign and the crab represents it. Sensitive, romantic, lazy, emotional, shy, and sympathetic are some of the characteristics of the cancer. They are also very sensitive. Pisces, Aquarius, and Scorpio are good matches for Cancer.

Leo
Those born July 23rd- August 22nd are Leos. The sun rules this sign and the lion represents it. Leos are generous, loyal, creative, optimistic, boastful, and confident. Leos love to entertain and also to be the center of attention. The Scorpio, Leo, and Capricorn are good matches for Leo.

Virgo
Those born August 23rd - September 22nd are Virgos. The sign is ruled by Mercury and represented by the virgin. Virgos are competent, intelligent, rational, and picky. They are also perfectionists and love to be adored. Taurus, Pisces, and Gemini are all good matches for Virgo.

Libra
Those born September 23rd - October 22nd are Libras. Venus rules this sign and the scales represent it. Characteristics of these individuals include loyalty, caring, devoted, sociable, cooperative, and indecisive. Libras are trusting yet possessive. The Taurus, Aquarius, and Aries are all good matches for the Libra.

Scorpio
Those born between October 23rd and November 21st are Scorpios. Pluto rules this sign and the scorpion represents it. The Scorpio is motivated, passionate, intuitive, temperamental, clever, sarcastic, and suspicious. Scorpios are great at saying one thing while thinking something completely different and they also love money. Capricorn, Pisces, and Leo are good matches for the Scorpio.

Sagittarius
Those born between November 22nd and December 21st are Sagittarius. Jupiter rules this sign and it is represented by the archer. Sagittarius is faithful, impatient, generous optimistic, blunt, and enthusiastic. Taurus, Virgo, Aries, and Gemini are all good matches for the Sagittarius.

Capricorn
Those born December 22nd - January 19th are Capricorns. Saturn rules this sign and the goat represents it. Capricorns are shy, careful, responsible, and very practical. Capricorns are shy yet faithful to their friends and family. Taurus, Virgo, Cancer, and Leo are all good matches for the Capricorn.

Aquarius
Those born January 20th - February 18th are Aquarius. Uranus rules this sign and it is represented by the water=bearer. The Aquarius is sincere, independent, intellectual, and charming. Most Aquarius like to be alone yet they are fun to be around. Libra, Aries, and Gemini are all good matches for Aquarius.

Pisces
Those born February 19th - March 19th are Pisces. Neptune represents this sing and the fish represents it. Pisces are loving, compassionate, dreamy, and sensitive as well as timid and impractical. Aquarius, Scorpio, and Cancer are all good matches for the Pisces.

Now you know about the 12 zodiac signs and can better understand why you are the way you are and why they are the way they are!