Happy Chinese New Year! To celebrate, take a look this gallery dedicated to the Year of the Rooster.
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The Chinese calendar is based on 12 animals: the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, dog, pig and this year’s animal, the rooster!

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Roosters are highly motivated and conscientious when it comes to work. Sometimes, however, they can be too hasty, but when it comes to getting the job done, they’re not chicken!

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Women born in the year of the rooster are known to dress beautifully in a variety of colours…

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People under the sign of the rooster are very capable speakers, they are quick witted and think fast!

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Those born in the year of the rooster like to be the centre of attention, so go ahead and shake your tail feather!

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People born in the year of the rooster are independent, capable, warm-hearted and quick!

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Suitable jobs for the rooster include politicians, police officers, diplomats, designers and athletes.

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Famous celebrity roosters include, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake!

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It makes sense that people born in the year of the rooster are punctual, they’re up at the crack of dawn!

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Roosters are honest, brave and beautiful. This is your year roosters, so spread your wings!
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