Volans


Volans is an inconspicuous constellation in the southern sky. It is located south of Carina. None of its stars are brighter than 3rd magnitude.

Volans
Latin name Volans
Latin genitive Volantis
Abbreviation Vol
Brightest star β Volantis
Fully visible 14° N to 90° S
Observation time for Central Europe not observable
The constellation Volans. Chart: International Astronomical Union in collaboration with the magazine Sky & Telescope