Virgo


Virgo is the second largest constellation in the sky after Hydra. It is located between Leo and Libra.

The ecliptic passes through the constellation Virgo, so the Sun, the Moon and the planets pass through this constellation.

Virgo
Latin name Virgo
Latin genitive Virginis
Abbreviation Vir
Brightest star Spica (α Virginis)
Fully visible 67° N to 76° S
Observation time for Central Europe November – June
The constellation Virgo. Chart: International Astronomical Union in collaboration with the magazine Sky & Telescope