What animal is 1980 in the Chinese zodiac?
In the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, 1980 is the Year of the Monkey. More precisely, the 1980 lunar zodiac year runs from February 16, 1980 to February 4, 1981. People born before February 16, 1980 are usually counted under the previous sign, the Goat.
The 1980 Chinese zodiac is also connected with the Metal element. In traditional interpretation, Metal adds themes of discipline, standards, precision, ambition, and clear boundaries to the natural Monkey qualities. This is why the 1980 Monkey is not read exactly the same as every other Monkey year.