Constellations of the Month: September – Cygnus: We start September with the first constellation of the month, Cygnus, “The Swan.” Cygnus, “The Swan” – The Cygnus constellation is located in the northern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the swan." Cygnus is linked to the myth of Zeus and Leda in Greek mythology. This constellation is easily identifiable…Read more Constellations of the Month: September – Cygnus
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Recap: Constellations of the Month of August
Recap: Constellations of the Month of August: Here is a recap of all the constellations posts from the month of August, of the featured 9 pm sighting in your area for the month of August. Lyra, “The Harp/Lyre”: https://versatileer.com/2025/08/07/constellations-of-the-month-august-lyra/ Vulpecula, “The Little Fox”: https://versatileer.com/2025/08/10/constellations-of-the-month-august-vulpecula/ Sagitta, “The Arrow”: https://versatileer.com/2025/08/14/constellations-of-the-month-august-sagitta/ Aquila, “The Eagle”: https://versatileer.com/2025/08/18/constellations-of-the-month-august-aquila/ Scutum, “The Shield”:…Read more Recap: Constellations of the Month of August
Constellations of the Month: August – Pavo
Constellations of the Month: August – Pavo: We continue August with the last constellation of the month, Pavo, “The Peacock.” Pavo, “The Peacock” – The Pavo constellation is located in the southern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the peacock." Pavo is part of the Johann Bayer family of constellations, which includes Apus, Chamaeleon, Dorado, Grus, Hydrus, Indus,…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Pavo
Constellations of the Month: August – Telescopium
Constellations of the Month: August – Telescopium: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Telescopium, “The Telescope.” Telescopium, “The Telescope” – The Telescopium constellation is located in the southern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the telescope." Telescopium is positioned south of Sagittarius and Corona Australis. As its name suggests, Telescopium symbolizes the telescope. This constellation…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Telescopium
Constellations of the Month: August – Corona Australis
Constellations of the Month: August – Corona Australis: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Corona Australis, “The Southern Crown.” Corona Australis, “The Southern Crown” – The Corona Australis constellation is located in the southern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the southern crown." Corona Australis is situated between the constellations Sagittarius and Scorpius. Some…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Corona Australis
Constellations of the Month: August – Sagittarius
Constellations of the Month: August – Sagittarius: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Sagittarius, “The Archer.” Sagittarius, “The Archer” – The Sagittarius constellation is located in the southern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the archer." Sagittarius is part of the zodiac, represented by an archer, typically shown as a centaur with a bow and…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Sagittarius
Constellations of the Month: August – Scutum
Constellations of the Month: August – Scutum: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Scutum, “The Shield.” Scutum, “The Shield” – The Scutum constellation is located in the southern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the shield." Scutum ranks as the fifth smallest constellation in the celestial sphere. This constellation was first introduced by the…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Scutum
Constellations of the Month: August – Aquila
Constellations of the Month: August – Aquila: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Aquila, “The Eagle.” Aquila, “The Eagle” – The Aquila constellation is located mostly in the northern hemisphere but is equatorial, and symbolizes "the eagle." Aquila is situated mostly in the northern sky, straddling the celestial equator. Its name…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Aquila
Constellations of the Month: August – Sagitta
Constellations of the Month: August – Sagitta: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Sagitta, “The Arrow.” Sagitta, “The Arrow” – The Sagitta constellation is located in the northern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the arrow." Sagitta is classified as one of the Greek constellations. It was initially catalogued by the Greek astronomer Ptolemy…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Sagitta
Constellations of the Month: August – Vulpecula
Constellations of the Month: August – Vulpecula: We continue August with the next constellation of the month, Vulpecula, “The Little Fox.” Vulpecula, “The Little Fox” – The Vulpecula constellation is located in the northern hemisphere, and symbolizes "the little fox." Vulpecula is a faint constellation with no stars brighter than fourth magnitude. It is located in…Read more Constellations of the Month: August – Vulpecula
