Libra may not be the sign that immediately springs to mind when you think of intelligence because it is ruled by Venus, the planet of luxury and beauty.
The scales sign, however, has a remarkable talent for networking and communication, say specialists.
Taurus is the sign with the best street smarts. Athen Chimenti, a sidereal astrologer at Mastering the Zodiac, asserts that the Bull can navigate life without relying on or assistance from others.
The earth sign is endowed with logical common sense, which helps them excel in topics like math, geography, the arts, and business.
Mercury, the planet of thought and communication, rules the sign of Gemini. "They are exceptionally intelligent because they have a strong sense of thoughtful awareness and a sharp ability to communicate."
A Gemini's fundamental personality is flexible and alert, which supports their exploratory and inquisitive capacity for thought and learning.
Capricorn is thought-provoking in the conventional sense. Capricorns are brilliant strategists that constantly research and study what they need to know in order to achieve their predetermined goals.
"This image represents a goat ascending the mountain of opportunity, and it will attend lectures and classes and even gain degrees to sharpen its brain."
Mercury, the planet of thought, also rules the sign of Virgo. "Perfection and commitment, being work-oriented and continuously active, are the aims of the Virgo."
These people have a very analytical, logical, and pragmatic outlook on life in general as well as on work and business.
Many people consider Aquarians to be the most brilliant, inventive, and intelligent signs of the zodiac.
The world is perceived differently by those born under this sign since they naturally process information. They are perceptive and hardly ever find themselves outwitted in discussions or debates.