Monday, December 12, 2011

Canes Venatici

Canes Venatici was created by Johannes Hevelius in the 17th century. Its name is Latin for "The Hunting Dogs," and it is also known as the hunting dogs of the neighboring constellation Bootes. Its named stars include Cor Caroli ("heart of Charles"), and Chara or "dear."

 
(In the picture above, you can see the two "dogs" on the leash  near the constellation Bootes left of the constellation.)

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