Aquarius, the Water Bearer

Located in the Southern Hemisphere, the constellation Aquarius is well known due to its connection with the twelve zodiac constellations. Its location in the fourth quadrant of the Southern Hemisphere, often referred to as the Sea, means that Aquarius shares its place in the sky with many other well-known constellations such as Pisces and Cetus.

The constellation currently consists of 11 named stars approved by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). They are Albali, Ancha, Bosona, Bunda, Lionrock, Márohu, Sadachbia, Sadalmelik, Sadalsuud, Situla, and Skat. Additionally, due to its large size, Aquarius is known as the 10th largest constellation, spanning over an area of 980 square degrees.

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NAME: The Water Bearer

AREA (in square degrees): 979.854

QUADRANT: SQ4

VISIBLE BETWEEN LATITUDES: 65°N – 90°S