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Centaurus is the 9th largest constellation in the night sky. Its brightest star is α Centauri(Rigil Kentaurus) at a magnitude of 0.0. It is best visible from latitudes 25N to 90S during months April through June. The most interesting object to gaze at with binoculars or a telescope is ω Centauri. Otherwise known is NGC 5139, ω Centauri…
Using constellations and asterisms to find other stars/constellations is used worldwide by many astronomers and can be very helpful when used.
Cassiopeia is the 25th largest constellation in the night sky.
Chamaeleon is the 79th largest constellation in the night sky.
Canis Major is the 43rd biggest constellation in the night sky. It’s brightest star, Sirius (a.k.a. α Canis Majoris), is part of the winter triangle along with Betelgeuse in Orion, and Procyon in Canis Minor. It’s best seen from January to February at latitudes 56°N to 90°S.
Cepheus is the 27th largest constellation in the night sky. Its brightest star is α Cephei with a magnitude of 2.5. It’s best seen from September to October at latitudes 90°N to 1°S. It’s recognizable by the shape of a distorted tower. It is located in between Cassiopeia and Draco. Cepheus is most well…
Canis Minor is a two-star constellation while being the 71st smallest constellation in the night sky.
Cetus is the 4th biggest constellation in the night sky.
Capricornus is the 33rd largest constellation in the night sky.
Carina is the 34th largest constellation in the night sky.