Delphinus the Dolphin skirts along the edge of the Summer Milky Way. Look for this small prominent constellation near the star Altair.
Tag Archives: Mythology
Ophiuchus – Bearer of the Serpent
Ophiuchus is the thirteenth “unofficial” sign of the zodiac who shares a large portion of the sky with the constellation, Serpens. See if you can spot this dim constellation and his slithery companions.
Scorpius the Scorpion
During mid to late June, look toward the south-southeast sky after dark and you will find the bright reddish star Antares in Scorpius the Scorpion.
Libra – The Scales of Justice
Is your life out of balance? Go outside and look to the south after dark and look for Libra the Scales.
Draco the Dragon
Look for Draco the Dragon in the northern summer sky as he snakes his way around the north celestial pole.
Hercules – The Celestial Hero and Strongman
Hercules resides high in the early summertime sky. See if you can spot him and a few of his celestial gems.
Coma Berenices – The Lost Lock of Hair
Of the 88 constellations, Coma Berenices is the only one which has a story truly based on historical characters. Read my blog to find out where you can spot this constellation in the night sky and hear its very own love story.
Spring Sky Star-hop
The Great Bear Ursa Major (a.k.a. the Big Dipper) is a great navigational tool in the spring sky. Find out how to use this grouping of stars to spy other stars and constellations.
Gemini the Twins
Gemini the Twins rounds up our tour of some of the brighter stars and constellations of the winter sky. Find out how to find Gemini in your sky.
Orion the mighty Hunter
Orion the Hunter dominates the southern sky in February. Find out a bit more about this constellation and the beauty within.