Horoscope and Astrology Spirit Animals for Aquarius Dec. 21 - Jan. 19 By: Vishnu Narayanan Share: The Aquarius zodiac sign is known as the Air Sign. They are extremely friendly, thoughtful, and also can be misunderstood by their friends and family. Aquarius has high self-esteem and their opinions are always right. They are known to have a big heart and compassion towards animals, plants and all other living things. They are constantly searching for knowledge and wisdom in the world, and they are very generous. Aquarius love peace and enjoy socializing with their loved ones. They are often shy at first and they feel that they are being judged but the truth is that they like to be judgmental and are always giving advice. The Aquarius zodiac sign will be celebrating their birthday on Dec. 21st and will be ruled by the planet of the same name, Saturn. This year’s astrology chart of Aquarius shows the stars favor for wealth and financial luck this year. Aquarius has Saturn and the ascendant, the part of the chart that describes the sign and degree of one's ascendant. It is their karmic path, a set of lessons they must go through, and Saturn is the planet that rules these tests of discipline and self-restraint. Having a well-balanced mind is important for us to maintain during this period of the year. This transit, brings changes and a lot of transformation in people’s lives. Their year is going to be fun, exciting and full of surprises. The Aquarius zodiac sign has the Spirit Animal of a Hippo. They are the gentle giants who have a beautiful soul. The hippo is known to be good at soothing, calming, relaxing and has a sweet demeanor. They are known to be patient and considerate with other animals and even people they meet. Hippos are very funny, and can be very silly at times. They are calm, sweet, intelligent, and spiritual. They know how to heal people and animals that are sick or in pain, and they will gently bring them back to their feet. Aquarius will bring positive energy into their environment with their happy, joyful energy. They always have a smile on their face and are always ready for any adventure. They like being outside, and often enjoy the company of animals, friends and family. With this New Moon in the stars of Aquarius, the hippo will give you a new perspective and teach you how to embrace the changes and opportunities in your life. Your dreams will finally begin to manifest. Take this time to appreciate who you are as a person. Astrology Symbol: The Hippo is the zodiac sign of Aquarius. This symbol is the symbol for the element of Air which stands for the communication of spirits through the universe. The Water element is the element of emotions and feeling. The Air element is the element of energy that helps us and brings the essence of our personality to life. Aquarius is known to have the personality of a hippo. The Hippo is known to be protective, gentle, quiet and always tries to be helpful. Aquarius is also known for being a dreamer, and sometimes can be very funny and silly. It is the most positive of all the zodiacs, and tries to heal and bring happiness to anyone that it meets, regardless of the past or present circumstances. The hippo is good at soothing, calming, relaxing, helping, understanding and teaching others. They are always interested in learning and expanding their knowledge and experience. They have a caring personality and always tries to help people. The hippo will give you a new perspective and teach you how to embrace the changes and opportunities in your life. The hippo is calm, peaceful, generous, and always thinks of others first. The hippo teaches how to enjoy life and being in the moment. Spirit Animal: Hippopotamus The hippopotamus is the largest living semi-aquatic mammal, with a typical weight of about 2,100 pounds and a length of 11 to 16 feet. Their head is very muscular, and is known to be used to protect them from predators. The Hippo's body is very hairy and is able to be brown, black, or white. They have short, rounded ears and a small mouth that is filled with sharp teeth and jagged ridges. The hippopotamus is native to Africa. They are known for their gentle nature and gentleness in spite of their size. Hippos like water and can even swim short distances without getting wet. Hippos are usually found in marshes and lakes. They live in areas that have a lot of food for them. Zodiac Birthstone: Citrine is the official birthstone of the zodiac sign of Aquarius. The Aquarius zodiac sign was ruled by the planet, Saturn, and this birthstone was chosen to be the birthstone because it was originally part of the story of how Saturn killed the Sun God. It is used to protect the person who wears it, and its energy is used to help improve the personality traits of the person. This powerful stone was originally brought to light in Europe from the mines of Brazil. The birthstone was also used to cure the common cold, and protect one from poison. It is known to have a lot of healing properties and helps increase the intuition and empathy. Hippo's symbol is a very powerful and spiritual symbol that you will notice in ancient Egypt, Africa, ancient Egyptian, and the temples of India. The hippo is very protective and gentle. In Egyptian myth, the hippo was considered to be a creature of luck. It was believed that if you made a wish and fed the hippo, they would grant the wish. The Greek and Roman mythologies were different, but the story in ancient Egypt is similar. The gods would eat the hippo because they believed it was very sacred and were afraid to eat it, since they couldn’t kill it. The hippo was thought to be a sacred animal, similar to an ox, and they were scared to touch it because of its very gentle nature. The hippopotamus is a very old creature. The Hippopotamus is said to be a symbol for wisdom and knowledge. The birthstone for Aquarius has many healing powers because it was used to cure the common cold, protect one from poison, and bring the mind back to health. The hippopotamus protects its young and has strong maternal instincts. This is a sign of someone who would protect his family and friends. The sign of Aquarius is associated with mental agility and logic. It is known to keep calm in times of chaos, with it wisdom and patience. The Aquarius zodiac sign is very clever, and has the ability to understand and speak many languages. When the hippopotamus and the elephant meet, there is a peace that was created between them. Their friendship makes them more powerful. Hippopotamus are very funny and are always ready for fun. They enjoy going out on a boat to go shopping or for a walk in the park, and they love the water. It is said that the elephant was the first animal to be able to eat the hippo when they were in Africa, and they taught each other a lot of things. The hippo has been an important symbol for the medicine men of Africa for thousands of years. Many people now use the shape of a hippo to represent the Aquarius sign. Zodiac Traits: The aquarius zodiac sign is a very positive sign, and the hippo is a very positive animal that helps people become more positive and confident. The hippopotamus is known to have a gentle nature and helps other people with its wisdom and empathy. It teaches us to be kind, protective, and happy. The hippo can bring a lot of wisdom to your life. Spirit Animal: Hippopotamus The hippopotamus, is the largest living semi-aquatic mammal, with a typical weight of about 2,100 pounds and a length of 11 to 16 feet. Their head is very muscular, and is known to be used to protect them from predators. The hippo's body is very hairy and is able to be brown, black, or white. They have short, rounded ears and a small mouth that is filled with sharp teeth and jagged ridges. The hippopotamus is native to Africa. They are known for their gentle nature and gentleness in spite of their size. The hippopotamus enjoys going swimming and can swim short distances without getting wet. The hippo is very intelligent, and is able to learn and understand a lot of things. Aquarius is a very positive sign and the hippo is a very positive animal that helps people become more positive and confident. The hippopotamus is known to have a gentle nature and helps other people with its wisdom and empathy. It teaches us to be kind, protective, and happy. The hippo can bring a lot of wisdom to your life. Healthy Habits: The hippopotamus helps to cleanse the blood, and the lungs. Hippopotamus is good at cleansing the blood of toxins, and purifies the body. The hippopotamus is good at healing the heart, the skin, and the lungs. It is best to get a massage to help heal your lungs. Hippo's can be dangerous for the lungs when a man has an accident, this is because