1. We look after people

If you’re poorly, sad or just a bit tired, a Cancer will notice before you do. And then there will be soup.

2. Our home is our happy place

A crab carries its home on its back. A Cancer makes everywhere feel like home. Even a tent. Even a waiting room. Give us five minutes and a cushion.

3. We remember everything

Your birthday. Your favourite colour. The thing you said in Year 3 that made everyone laugh. It’s all in there, safely stored.

4. We’re ruled by the Moon

The Moon moves the tides, lights up the night and looks after the sea creatures. It’s basically a Cancer in space.

5. We give the best hugs

Both claws. Proper squeeze. Comes with a pat on the back. Five stars.

6. We’re tougher than we look

Hard shell, soft middle. People think the soft bit is the weakness. It isn’t. It’s the reason the shell is there.

7. We feel things deeply

Happy films, sad films, adverts with puppies in. If it’s got a heart, a Cancer will feel it. That’s not a weakness either. Hang on. I need a tissue.

8. We’re incredibly loyal

Once you’re in a Cancer’s circle, you’re family. You’ll get a Christmas card. You’ll get a birthday card. You might get a card for no reason at all.

9. We know what people need

Sometimes it’s advice. Sometimes it’s a sandwich. A Cancer can tell the difference before you’ve said a word.

10. We make everyone feel welcome

New kid at school? Sit with the crab. We’ve saved you a seat. We always save a seat.

Canny says: “That’s ten lovely things. Now, has everyone had a biscuit? I made extra. I always make extra.”

Think you might be a Cancer at heart? Take the quiz, or meet Canny the Crab and the rest of Team Water.

Astrological and zoological. Illogically logical.