Microscopium


Microscopium is an inconspicuous constellation in the southern sky. In Austria, this constellation can be observed in June just before sunrise far in the South (south of Capricornus).

Microscopium
Latin name Microscopium
Latin genitive Microscopii
Abbreviation Mic
Brightest star γ Microscopii
Fully visible 45° N to 90° S
Observation time for Central Europe Summer (partially)
The constellation Microscopium. Chart: International Astronomical Union in collaboration with the magazine Sky & Telescope