Author: Alison Price   –   Updated: December 2025

 ❤️ Basic Natal Astrology

This article is part of my Basic Natal Astrology category and brings all the beginner components of interpreting a natal chart together. This includes signs, planets, houses, aspects and more. Alison

Scorpio

Scorpio Season

Dates

The Sun will be in Scorpio from around October 23rd to November 22nd. If you are born between October 21st and November 22nd you are known as a Scorpio. This means the Sun was in the tropical zodiac sign of Scorpio when you were born.

Symbology

Animal

The symbol of Scorpio is the scorpion. This small creature can hide in plain sight and carries a sting that commands respect. In astrology this alludes to Scorpio’s ability to observe closely stay private and protect what matters most. There is strength here that does not need to announce itself.

An alternative symbol for Scorpio is the grey eagle.

Glyph

The Scoripio glyph is like a letter “M” with a tail pointing ypwards just like a scopions stinger. See below.

Scorpio Themes

Perceptive

Scorpios want to get to the bottom of things. Surface answers are rarely enough. This sign is naturally probing and perceptive and has a strong instinct for truth.

Secretive

It can be difficult to keep secrets from a Scorpio because they sense what is unspoken. They read between the lines and notice subtle shifts that others miss.

Passion

Intense

Passion is a defining Scorpio quality. This is why Scorpio is often described as magnetic or intense. When a Scorpio is interested they want depth honesty and emotional truth.

Intimacy

Intimacy is not casual here. Scorpio wants to explore motivations desires and the hidden layers of connection.

Silent Support

Angle Investors

Scorpios are also deeply loyal. They often support people and causes, which they do by quietly working behind the scenes, pulling strings, rather than seeking public recognition.

Sleeping Partner

A Scorpio will quietly champion you from the wings offering strength, protection and commitment when it truly counts and this is great in a marriage or business partnership.

Body Parts

Reproductive System

Scorpio is linked to powerful body systems. It rules the reproductive system in all its forms including fertility, sexuality and creative life force.

Eliminatory System

It also governs the eliminatory system which is responsible for release and detoxification. This reflects Scorpio’s theme of purging what is no longer needed so something new can emerge.

Colors

Color Wheel

The colors associated with Scorpio reflect its depth and intensity. Cyan appears through its placement in the color wheel.

Maroon

Deeper tones like maroon or dried blood red echo Pluto’s influence and Scorpio’s connection to life force and transformation.

Insightful

Perception

At its best Scorpio is courageous loyal and profoundly insightful. It is not afraid of darkness because it knows that truth and healing live there too.

Deep

Scorpio teaches us that depth honesty and emotional bravery are powerful tools for transformation.

Hidden

Unearthing

Strong Scorpio types (with three or more planets in Scorpio) are good at uncovering the truth is situations. They make good detectives. Scorpio reminds us that real change begins when we are willing to look within and face what is hidden with courage and integrity.

Scorpio Key Phrase

The key phrase is “I desire” and strong Scorpio types will use this expression.

Sign Components

Polarity, Element and Mode

Scorpio is of the element of water which means you are emotional, and of the fixed mode indicating you are a bit set in your ways. Scorpios are of the passive polarity suggesting you are receptive to others and may take things in for consideration before responding.

Element

Ruling Planets

Traditional Ruler

Mars is the traditional ruler of Scorpio.

Modern Ruler

The modern ruling planet of Scorpio is Pluto the lord of the underworld. Pluto is associated with transformation endings and rebirth. This gives Scorpio a natural connection to change and renewal. Scorpio understands that growth often comes through letting go and facing what is uncomfortable.

• How the signs got their Ruling Planets

Scorpio Sign Keywords

Scorpios are intensely passionate, survivors.

You have self-control and are penetrating. You like to delve to the bottom of things.

You are sexy, deep but also suspicious.

You can be unforgiving.

You fare well in a crisis.

You are potent and can be jealous.

Others think you are intimidating and if you are betrayed you will get revenge.

Scorpio Compatibility

How Scorpio meshes with the other zodiac signs by its relationship to them on the wheel.

Passionate for Taurus.

Loves Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

Friends with Virgo and Capricorn.

Stretches with Leo and Aquarius.

Grinds with Aries and Gemini.

Ignores Libra and Sagittarius.

Planets in Scorpio

Here are some planets in Scorpio. as I write more I’ll add them here.

The Other Signs

Explore some more astrology and read about the other signs.

Shop Scorpio

Scorpio Merch

Enjoy a Scorpio mug featuring my original artwork. Each art piece is created by me and printed on everyday items you can actually use and enjoy. It is a simple way to bring a little Leo energy and handmade art into your daily life.

Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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