Puppis


Puppis is a large constellation west and south of Canis Major in the southern sky.

Due to its location, the constellation can only be seen from Europe in the extreme south (southern Spain, Sicily, Peloponnese). It is only partially visible from Central Europe.

Puppis
Latin name Puppis
Latin genitive Puppis
Abbreviation Pup
Brightest star Naos (ζ Puppis)
Fully visible 39° N to 90° S
Observation time for Central Europe Winter (partially)
The constellation Puppis. Chart: International Astronomical Union in collaboration with the magazine Sky & Telescope