Characteristics of the Zodiac Sign Cancer

Traits

• The symbol of Cancer is the crab and, like the animal, Cancerians can have a tough exterior and a mushy interior. They are ruled by the moon and water and are a negative, cardinal sign.

Good Qualities

• Cancer people are sensitive, kind and gentle. They are good listeners and are willing to help those in need. They possess keen powers of observation and are shrewd business people. They are devoted to home and family, and can be fiercely loyal.

Not-So-Good Qualities

• Moodiness is often associated with Cancerians. One minute they may listen quietly to a friend and then, when asked for advice, quickly go into their shell and may become indifferent and even cranky. Cancerians can be temperamental, unpredictable and secretive. When offended, they tend to sulk rather than retaliate. They may be possessive and preoccupied with the past.

Health

• Parts of the body ruled by Cancer are the stomach and breasts. Cancerians may have problems with their weight or digestive problems caused by stress. Cancerians also need to watch for proper calcium intake. They may be susceptible to upper respiratory ailments as well.

Fun Facts

• Cancer's lucky number is 7 and lucky day is Monday. Color for Cancer is silver (as is the metal for this sign) and the birthstone is the pearl. Some famous Cancerians are Nelson Rockefeller, Ernest Hemingway, Helen Keller, Sylvester Stallone, Harrison Ford, Pierre Cardin and Andrew Wyeth.