Hydrus - Definition and Overview

Hydrus
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Symbology	the Sea Snake
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Declination	−??????°
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Visible at latitudes between +??????° and −??????° Best visible during the month of ??????

Hydrus (Latin for Hydra) is a minor southern constellation. It was introduced by Johann Bayer in 1603. It should not be confused with Hydra.

Mythology

Since it was introduced in the 17th century, and due to its southern position was not visible from the mediterranian, there is no earlier mythology associated with Hydrus, despite its name.

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