Canis+Major

Canis Major

 Named: Canis Major

​  Other Names: Canis Majoris,The Greater Dog

Discovered By: Ptomely

Story Behind Constellation:Out of Orion's two hunting dogs Canis Major is the biggest. According to mythology Canis Major is hunting with Orion and is trying to attack the rabbit/hare called lepus; which is standing right in front of him. Or is helping Orion battle the bull.

Location:Can be seen at latitudes of 60 through negative 90

Seasonal: Is best seen in the month of February  Major stars that make up Canis Major:Adhara, Aludra, Furud, Mirzam, Murzim, Sirius, Wezen

Alpha star: Sirius: the largest star in the night sky

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