description Lacerta Overview
Lacerta is a small northern-sky constellation whose name means lizard in Latin. Polish astronomer Johannes Hevelius introduced it in the late seventeenth century, and it remains one of the 88 constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union. The constellation lies between parts of Cassiopeia, Cepheus, Cygnus, and Andromeda and contains mostly faint stars, so it is less prominent to unaided observers than many neighboring patterns.
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What does the constellation name Lacerta mean?
Lacerta is Latin for lizard. The constellation is a small northern-sky pattern named for that animal.
Who introduced Lacerta as a constellation?
The Polish astronomer Johannes Hevelius introduced Lacerta in the late seventeenth century. It later became part of the standard set of 88 constellations.
Is Lacerta one of the official IAU constellations?
Yes, Lacerta is one of the 88 constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union. It lies in the northern sky.
Where can Lacerta be found in the sky?
Lacerta is a northern-sky constellation. It is relatively small, so locating it usually requires a star chart or a digital sky map.
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