"The Story of the Cancer Zodiac Sign" The Cancer zodiac sign is associated with a crab, but do you know why? Legend has it that Hera, the queen of the gods, sent two giant crabs to distract Hercules during his battle with the Hydra. The crabs nearly succeeded, but Hercules crushed them, and Hera was so pleased with their valor that she placed them among the stars. However, another story tells of a shy and sensitive crab who lived in a small pond. He was content to stay in his pond, but he yearned to explore the world beyond. One day, he came across a group of fish who were swimming upstream to reach a distant lake. The crab asked to join them, but they laughed at him and said that his hard shell would weigh him down. Determined to prove them wrong, the crab found a piece of driftwood and clamped it in his claws like a paddle. He paddled up the river, and though it was difficult, he finally reached the lake. There, he discovered new friends and experiences that he never knew existed. The Cancer zodiac sign is often depicted as emotional, nurturing, and protective, just like the crab who wants to protect itself and those it loves. While they may appear tough on the outside, they can be quite sensitive and intuitive. Cancerians are known to be homebodies, but they also have a great wanderlust and a desire to explore the world around them. So, next time you see the Cancer symbol, remember the story of the brave and adventurous crab who followed its heart and discovered a whole new world beyond its pond.