♏︎ Scorpio Zodiac Sign

The investigator. Intense, private and impossible to fool.

WaterFixedRuled by Mars and Pluto

Scorpio personality

Scorpio goes where other signs hesitate: into the deep end of emotion, secrets and transformation. Traditionally ruled by Mars and, in modern astrology, by Pluto, Scorpio is determined, perceptive and fiercely private. They are not interested in small talk; they want to know what you actually think. Scorpios tend to feel everything intensely and show only a fraction of it, which is why they come across as mysterious.

Dates are approximate and shift by a day in some years. If you were born near the start or end of Scorpio season, use the Big Three calculator to confirm your exact Sun sign.

Scorpio in love

Scorpio loves with total commitment or not at all. They want truth, loyalty and emotional intimacy, and they test trust before giving it. When you earn it, they are protective, passionate and unwavering. Jealousy and control can show up when they feel insecure, so open communication is what keeps this sign happy.

Scorpio in friendship

Scorpio keeps a very small circle and treats it like a vault. They are the friend you tell the thing you have told no one, and who will never repeat it. They notice when you are lying, even politely.

Scorpio at work

Scorpio is excellent at research, investigation, psychology, medicine, finance, strategy, crisis management and anything requiring focus and discretion. They have stamina and can see through a problem to the core.

Scorpio as your Sun, Moon or Rising

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Scorpio compatibility

Strongest natural matches for Scorpio: Virgo, Capricorn, Taurus. Pairings that ask for more effort (and often more growth): Aries, Sagittarius, Gemini.