Scorpio is the eighth sign of the zodiac, represented by a scorpion. In astrology, people born between late October and late November are called Scorpios. The constellation Scorpius, which this zodiac sign is named after, is one of the most recognizable patterns of stars in the night sky, and ancient civilizations saw its curved shape as resembling a scorpion with its tail raised.

In astrology, Scorpios are often described as intense, passionate, and determined people who feel things deeply. Astrology suggests that a person's zodiac sign influences their personality, though there's no scientific evidence that this is true. Many people enjoy reading their horoscopes for fun, even if they don't take them seriously.

The constellation Scorpius has been important to many cultures throughout history. Ancient Greek mythology tells the story of how the scorpion was placed in the sky after battling the hunter Orion, which is why the two constellations appear on opposite sides of the sky and never appear together. When one rises, the other sets.

Whether you believe astrology matters or just enjoy learning about constellations, Scorpio represents how humans have always looked up at the night sky and created stories to explain the patterns they saw.