Volans – The Flying Fish

Volans is one of the 88 constellations within the celestial sphere.

Volans is one of the 42 constellations that represents an animal.

Symbolism: Volans is also known as ‘The Flying Fish’

History & Mythology

Volans is a small southern sky constellation. Introduced in the 1590’s by Dutch navigators. Volans is noticeable sue to the bright stars in the Carina constellation, and represents a Flying Fish. An interesting feature of Volans are some bright double stars that are visible through a basic telescope.  

Key Data

Bordering Constellations: Volans is bordered by constellations Carina, Chamaeleon, Pictor, Mensa & Dorado.

Sky Chart #: 2.

Star Raking: 76th largest constellation in the celestial sphere. 

Main Stars: Volans consists of 6 main stars.

Brightest Star: Beta Volantis.

Kids Fun Facts Corner

# 1. Volans has 2 stars with planets.

# 2. Volans has 2 Deep-Sky Objects. NGC 2442 & AM 0644-741.

# 3. Beta Volantis is the brightest star in Dorado.

Q&A Corner

Q. What is Volans also known as? Answer.     

Q. How many main stars does Volans have?

Q. What is the brightest star in Volans?

Q. How many stars have planets in Volans?

Q. What number star ranking is Volans in the celestial sphere?

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