Canis Major

Canis Major was discovered in the 2nd century by the astronomer named Ptolemy. In Latin, its name is "The Greater Dog." Its named stars include Sirius ("scorching"), Murzim ("the roarer"), Muliphen ("star to swear by"), Wezen ("weight"), Adara ("maidens"), Furud ("apes"), and Aludra ("Maidenhead").