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=== Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation ===
=== Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation ===
Originally an extension of Eridanus, so that the winding chain of stars reaches the celestial South Pole.
Originally an extension of Eridanus, creating a meandering chain of stars which flows close to the celestial South Pole.


== Greek Mythology ==
== Greek Mythology ==

Revision as of 16:26, 17 September 2024

star chart
star chart,CC BY IAU and Sky & Telescope magazine (Roger Sinnott & Rick Fienberg)

One of the 88 IAU constellations.

Etymology and History

The Greek constellation ...


Origin of Constellation

Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation

Originally an extension of Eridanus, creating a meandering chain of stars which flows close to the celestial South Pole.

Greek Mythology

No ancient mythology

Weblinks

References