Chinese new year animals

You're referring to the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac!

In Chinese culture, the Chinese New Year is celebrated with the cycle of 12 animals, which are:

  1. Rat ()
  2. Ox (or Cow) ()
  3. Tiger ()
  4. Rabbit (or Hare) ()
  5. Dragon ()
  6. Snake ()
  7. Horse ()
  8. Goat (or Sheep) ()
  9. Monkey ()
  10. Rooster ()
  11. Dog ()
  12. Pig (or Boar) ()

Each animal is associated with certain characteristics, traits, and energies, and is said to influence the destiny and personality of individuals born in a particular year. The cycle repeats every 12 years, with each year represented by an animal from the cycle.

Here's a fun fact: the Chinese New Year is also known as the Spring Festival, and it's a time for family reunions, feasting, and gift-giving. The celebration typically lasts for 15 days, with the first day of the new year being the most important.

Which animal are you?