IAU designated constellations - Wikipedia
In contemporary astronomy, 88 constellations are recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). [1] Each constellation is a region of the sky bordered by arcs of right ascension …
Constellation List
The list of the 88 modern constellations officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), along with their English names, sizes, quadrants and the latitudes between which …
88 Constellation Names (and 24 You Can Only See From the …
Mar 5, 2025 · The International Astronomical Union officially recognizes 88 modern constellations, each occupying a specific section of the celestial sphere. Some date back to ancient Greek …
88 Constellations of the Night Sky | Galaxies, Nebulae, Clusters ...
Today, 88 constellations are officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). These celestial "landmarks" form a comprehensive map of the night sky, each with its own …
88 Officially Recognized Constellations - NASA
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Constellation Guide - List of All 88 Star Constellations
Mar 28, 2024 · List of all 88 star constellations in the night sky. Includes how to find them, interesting deep space objects, myths, and more.
Constellations – The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide - Astro Photons
Dec 14, 2020 · Let's explore the 88 official constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), learn how they came to be, and discover where to find them in the sky.
Constellations: Making Sense of the Stars - timeanddate.com
Ancient cultures traced star patterns into the images, or constellations, that modern astronomers use as the basis for celestial maps. Our desire to chart the night sky led people to imagine …
IAU Constellations (88) | The Sky Tonight
Use the link in the main navigation menu to go to the IAU Constellations (88) menu page. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) established official boundaries for 88 constellations in …
The 88 Modern Constellations - StarLust
Jun 20, 2024 · The International Astronomical Union officially recognizes 88 constellations with defined borders encompassing the entire northern and southern hemispheres.