What animal is 1986 in the Chinese zodiac?
In the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, 1986 is the Year of the Tiger. More precisely, the 1986 lunar zodiac year runs from February 9, 1986 to January 28, 1987. People born before February 9, 1986 are usually counted under the previous sign, the Ox.
The 1986 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 Tiger qualities. This is why the 1986 Tiger is not read exactly the same as every other Tiger year.