description Tarandus vel Rangifer Overview
Tarandus vel Rangifer is a former northern-sky constellation depicting a reindeer, also known by the names Tarandus, Rangifer, and Renne. French astronomer Pierre Charles Le Monnier introduced it in 1736 in connection with the Maupertuis expedition to Lapland; it was placed between Cassiopeia and Camelopardalis, near the obsolete constellation Custos Messium. It is not one of the 88 constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union and is absent from modern official constellation charts.
help Tarandus vel Rangifer FAQ
Who introduced Tarandus vel Rangifer?
French astronomer Pierre Charles Le Monnier introduced the constellation in 1736. He associated it with the Maupertuis expedition to Lapland.
What does Tarandus vel Rangifer represent?
It represents a reindeer in the northern sky. The constellation is also known as Tarandus, Rangifer, and Renne.
Is Tarandus vel Rangifer still an official constellation?
No. Tarandus vel Rangifer is a former constellation and is not among the 88 constellations officially recognized today.
Where was Tarandus vel Rangifer placed?
Le Monnier placed it in the northern sky between other established constellations. Its exact historical placement is more useful for studying old star maps than for modern observing.
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