牛

Ox niú.

Steady and strong. The Ox carried the Rat across the river and finished second.

Ox years

1925 Wood1937 Fire1949 Earth1961 Metal1973 Water1985 Wood1997 Fire2009 Earth2021 Metal2033 Water

Each year starts at Chinese New Year (late January–February), not 1 January. Traits and lucky items are traditional folklore, for fun.