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Interesting Facts About Ursa Major

In Latin, “ursus” means bear, while in Greek the word is “arktos”, hence the name Arctic (“bearish”) which describes the far northern region of the Earth where the constellation of Ursa Major (“greater she-bear”) dominates. …

Ophiuchus, The 13th Zodiac Sign

James Miller

The constellation Ophiuchus is Greek for ‘serpent-bearer’ and is depicted as a man grasping a snake, represented by the nearby constellation of Serpens. It is sometimes known as the Zodiac’s 13th or forgotten constellation as …

Interesting Facts About Orion

James Miller

Orion is one of the most beautiful and striking constellations in the whole night sky. Furthermore, it is located on the celestial equator meaning it can be viewed from all across the Earth. It is …

Mapping The Night Sky Using Ursa Major

James Miller

Ursa Major (“Big Bear”) is the third largest constellation, and being so recognizable makes it a natural reference point for locating several important constellations of the night sky. Ursa Major: The 7 brightest stars in …

Mapping The Night Sky Using Orion

James Miller

Orion is one of the most striking constellations in the night sky, and in the northern hemisphere is clearly seen in winter from November to February. Fortunately, it is also one of the easiest ones …

Constellation Guide: Explore All 88 Constellations

James Miller

Look up at a clear night sky and the stars appear scattered across the darkness. For thousands of years, however, people have connected them into recognizable patterns, imagining hunters, animals, heroes, objects and mythical creatures …