Constellations

9 Equatorial Constellations Every Amateur Astronomer Should Know

Equatorial constellations are among the most well-known types of constellations. They’re essentially groups of constellations that intersect the celestial equator. You can view these constellations from most locations on Earth for at least part of the year. However, equatorial constellations aren’t circumpolar, which means they rise and set daily. In this article, we’ll explore nine…

Do Constellations Change Over Time? (ANSWERED)

Gazing at the night sky, you’re bound to see the many star formations called constellations. Our human ancestors gave them names and stories, used them to navigate, and created myths around their creation. But are we seeing what they saw millennia ago? Do constellations change over time? The answer is yes, constellations change, but it’s…

Aries Constellation Facts: Everything You Need to Know About the Ram

If you’re camping under a starry night or using a telescope, you can see bright constellations all around. If you happen to spot a crooked line with three bright stars, you’ve found Aries. It’s one of the zodiac constellations and the 39th largest in our celestial sphere. Let’s take a look at fascinating Aries constellation…

Camelopardalis Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars  

Camelopardalis is a relatively dim constellation you can see year-round in the northern hemisphere. It is a lesser-known constellation that you won’t find in the zodiac or the original constellations of Ptolemy, but it includes some fascinating stars. In this article, we’ll take a look at the constellation Camelopardalis, and some of the most interesting…

Cygnus Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars

The Cygnus constellation, representing a swan, also includes the Northern Cross and is one of the easiest constellations to find in the night sky. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most interesting facts about the Cygnus constellation. Cygnus Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars 1. Cygnus is the 16th largest constellation in…

Cetus Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars  

The Cetus constellation, also known as the whale, or the sea monster constellation, is a large collection of interesting stars in an otherwise very clear part of the night sky. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most interesting facts about the Cetus constellation. Cetus Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars 1. Cetus…

Capricorn Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars

Capricorn is one of the smallest of the constellations of the zodiac, occupying only about 1% of the night sky. However, it has had huge importance throughout history and as a source of myth. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most interesting facts about the constellation Capricornus. Capricorn Constellation Facts, Myth, Location…

Draco Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars

The Draco constellation is formed by a series of mostly dim stars in a chain that resembles a serpent, winding its way through the night sky. Draco includes the cat’s eye nebula, and the former north star, Thuban. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most interesting facts about the Draco constellation. Draco…

Cassiopeia Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars

As one of our well-recognized celestial bodies, Cassiopeia shines brightly from the skies above. The name Cassiopeia is one most of us have heard in one context or another, more than likely in regard to the constellation that graces the sky in a large portion of the Northern Hemisphere. There are quite a few things…

Canis Major Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars

Canis Major is a recognizable constellation. The greater dog as it is sometimes known appears with regularity in the nighttime sky. It has many interesting facts and myths associated with it, making Canis Major a top topic for many lovers of stars. Learn all about this constellation, starting with these important and interesting facts. Canis…

Hydra Constellation Facts, Myth, Location and Stars

The Hydra is a serpent that snakes across an immense amount of the night sky and is recognized by almost every culture that gazes towards the heavens in hope of finding something else to be interested in. The Hydra is an interesting constellation with a great deal of interesting information that will be shared, hoping…

Libra Constellation Facts, Myths, Size and Location  

The Libra is a well-known sign of the zodiac with associated birthdays in late September through mid-October. Many know it is a zodiac sign but what else is widely known about this specific constellation. Let’s take a look at the Libra, the scales, and the equalizer in the sky. Libra Constellation Facts, Myths, Size and…