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IAU Official Catalog

All 88 Constellations

The complete catalog of officially recognized constellations — each with its mythology and place in the night sky.

Showing 88 of 88

A Brief History

Ancient origins

Many constellations date back to ancient Mesopotamia and were later adopted by the Greeks and Romans, who wove them into their mythology.

Celestial navigation

Before modern instruments, sailors used constellations like Ursa Minor — home of the North Star — to navigate open seas.

Modern standard

The 88 official constellations were standardized by the International Astronomical Union in 1922, defining the sky map still used today.

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