Hydrus

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One of the 88 IAU constellations.

Etymology and History

The Greek 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

References

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