Pisces is a constellation on the ecliptic. Therefore, the Sun, Moon and planets move through the constellation. The Sun is currently in the Pisces constellation from March 12 to April 19 each year.
The ecliptic crosses the celestial equator at Pisces. This crossing point, the vernal equinox, is the origin of the most important astronomical coordinate systems in the starry sky.
The time at which the Sun crosses the celestial equator corresponds to the astronomical beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere.
| Pisces | |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Pisces |
| Latin genitive | Piscium |
| Abbreviation | Psc |
| Brightest star | Alpherg (η Piscium) |
| Fully visible | 84° N to 56° S |
| Observation time for Central Europe | July – January |
