The constellation Delphinus is a constellation near the celestial equator and is northwest of the bright star Altair in the constellation Aquila and is therefore easy to find. It is a small but memorable summer constellation and because of its location on the celestial equator it can be seen from all over the inhabited world.
Delphinus | |
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Latin name | Delphinus |
Latin genitive | Delphini |
Abbreviation | Del |
Brightest star | Rotanev (β Delphini) |
Fully visible | 90° N to 70° S |
Observation time for Central Europe | all year round |
