News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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The summertime constellation of Ophiuchus was among the first star patterns to be cataloged by Greek astronomer Claudius Ptolemy in the Second Century. The name means "Serpent Bearer" in Greek, though it is sometimes referred to by its Latin name, Serpentarius. Ophiuchus is usually depicted in star charts as a man holding a snake, namely Serpens. Ophiuchus is the eleventh largest constellation by area on the celestial sphere but contains no stars brighter than second... Full story
The featured constellation for December is Eridanus, the celestial river. It is the sixth largest, and second longest, constellation in the entire sky. Beginning with the star Cursa, near the left foot of Orion, the river flows westward to the eastern border of Cetus. From here the flow turns eastward before plunging deep into the celestial southern hemisphere, ending at Achemar, the constellation's brightest star. This month Eridanus lies in the southeastern sky at about 9... Full story
As spring becomes summer, stargazers are eagerly anticipating the appearance of prominent constellations such as Cygnus, Hercules, and Sagittarius. However, one constellation stands out in the night sky - Scorpius the scorpion. This zodiac constellation can be seen from most parts of the world, resting between Libra and Sagittarius. One of the most striking features of Scorpius is its distinct long, curving tail, which stretches across a significant portion of the sky and is... Full story
