Aries, the Ram

Aries, meaning “the ram” in Latin, is one of the twelve zodiac constellations, and it is located in the Northern Hemisphere. The Aries constellation in Greek mythology is connected to the golden-fleeced, flying ram, Chrysomallos, who was sacrificed to Poseidon and rose to the sky, becoming the constellation Aries. The fleece itself was a symbol of kingship and authority.

The constellation contains six formally named stars: Bharani, Botein, Hamal, Lilii Borea, Mesarthim, and Sheratan. Additionally, several well-known meteor showers are connected to this constellation: the May Arietids, Autumn Arietids, Delta Arietids, Epsilon Arietids, Daytime-Arietids, and Aries-Triangulids.

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NAME: The Ram

AREA (in square degrees): 441.395

QUADRANT: NQ1

VISIBLE BETWEEN LATITUDES: 90°N – 60°S