What animal is 1976 in the Chinese zodiac?
In the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, 1976 is the Year of the Dragon. More precisely, the 1976 lunar zodiac year runs from January 31, 1976 to February 17, 1977. People born before January 31, 1976 are usually counted under the previous sign, the Rabbit.
The 1976 Chinese zodiac is also connected with the Fire element. In traditional interpretation, Fire adds themes of visibility, passion, confidence, expression, and fast momentum to the natural Dragon qualities. This is why the 1976 Dragon is not read exactly the same as every other Dragon year.