What to know about the sassy Rooster zodiac sign - Personality, traits and compatibility revealed

Ah, the Rooster - the confident, flamboyant, and sometimes, quite the drama queen of the Chinese zodiac.

These feathered divas are a sight to behold, with their striking plumage and cocky strut. Want to know if that's you? Years of the Rooster include 2029, 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969, 1957, 1945.

Don't be fooled by their over-the-top personality - Roosters are incredibly hardworking and dedicated. They wake up at the crack of dawn and get right to work, scratching the dirt for tasty treats and protecting their flock from any potential danger.

They are fiercely loyal to their family and friends, and will go to great lengths to defend them. Roosters also have an eye for fashion and love to show off their unique sense of style. You'll often find them strutting around in the latest trends, their feathers preened to perfection. They are not afraid to stand out from the crowd and are always up for a little attention.

In Chinese astrology, the Rooster can be combined with any of these 5 Chinese elements:

• Metal Rooster

• Water Rooster

• Wood Rooster

• Fire Rooster

• Earth Rooster

Rooster compatibility

The Rooster is most compatible with the Ox and Snake. The Ox is a traditionalist and can also be quite conservative, this matches well with the Rooster's value for tradition and conformity. The Snake is extremely intelligent and wily, as is the Rooster. They are all part of the same group in the Chinese zodiac and are definitely among the strongest in the Chinese clan. The Rooster clashes with the Hare, as the Hare is very sensitive and emotional. The two have polar opposite characteristics and it's difficult for them to ever see eye to eye with one another.

The 12 Chinese animals in the zodiac:

• Rat - tenacious, clever and good at problem solving

• Ox - tough, patient and methodical

• Tiger - Unpredictable confident and charming

• Hare - kind, virtuous and worrisome

• Dragon - magnetically social and love performing

• Snake - intelligent, wise and alluring

• Horse - independent, a free soul and energetic

• Goat - gentle, kind-hearted and sensitive

• Monkey - intelligent, witty and strong-willed

• Rooster - deep-thinking, vain and ambitious

• Dog - reliable, loyal and faithful

• Pig - honest, genuine and friendly