CARSON CITY, NV — The Astrology Association of America has released an official profile for the new zodiac sign Ophiuchus.

OPHIUCHUS (Nov. 29th – Dec. 17th)

If your birthday falls between November 29th and December 17th and you’ve always felt a disconnect with the qualities and characterizations of the Sagittarius sign (formerly November 23rd to December 22nd), the following new profile will probably come as a long-awaited, much-welcomed relief.

Your zodiac identity crisis is over!

Ophiuchus Profile, based on the astrological charts that I reviewed with the AAA:

General:

*The Sun is in Ophiuchus from November 29 to December 17.

* Ophiuchus is the thirteenth of the twelve constellations of the Zodiac, or the forgotten constellation.

* The Sun spends more time with the stars of Ophiuchus (19 days) than it does in nearby Scorpius (6 days), however the stars aren’t as bright or visible.

* Ophiuchus is also known as the snake charmer or serpent holder.

* Ophiuchus is the only sign of the Zodiac which is based on a real person. This man, Imhotep, lived in ancient Egypt around the 27th century BCE. Historians have speculated for centuries that Imhotep brought the art of healing to mankind.

* The serpent or snake symbol is still used to symbolize the medical profession and Imhotep.

Ophiuchus Traits:

* Peaceful and wise, seeks knowledge throughout life

* Unusually lucky, draws unusual amounts of jealousy

* Dream-driven, regards sleep dreams with serious consideration

* Achievement and goal-driven, always pushes toward something new and better

* Favored and trusted by authority

* Enjoys family, and tends to have many children

* Excellent builder or architect

* Prefers bright colors and flashy attire

* Strong musical sense, often has natural musical talent

* Creative and innovative in every aspect of life

Compatible With:

* Pisces, Libra, Cancer, Capricorn and other Ophiuchus

Lucky Number:

* 12

Lucky Color:

* Purple, and patterns including plaid

Lucky Stone:

*Apatite

Famous and Ophiuchus:

Winston Churchill (Nov 30)

Mark Twain (Nov 30)

Richard Pryor (Dec 1)

Gianni Versace (Dec 2)

Ozzy Osbourne (Dec 3)

Jay-Z (Dec 4)

Walt Disney (Dec 5)

Frank Sinatra (Dec 12)

Rex Ryan (Dec 13)

Taylor Swift (Dec 13)

Vanessa Hudgens (Dec 14)

Flo Rida (Dec 16)

Bob Guccione (Dec 17)

[note from the Editor:  WWN's Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, ELSA AKESSON, BROKE THE NEW ZODIAC SIGN STORY. READ IT HERE. Her ground-breaking astrology book, "The New Astrology," will be in bookstores in June, 2011.]