The constellation Pyxis is an inconspicuous constellation in the southern sky south of Hydra. Only one of its stars is brighter than 4th magnitude.
The constellation of Pyxis runs through the Milky Way with two open star clusters.
| Pyxis | |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Pyxis |
| Latin genitive | Pyxidis |
| Abbreviation | Pyx |
| Brightest star | α Pyxidis |
| Fully visible | 53° N to 90° S |
| Observation time for Central Europe | November – March |
