Constellations

Leo Minor

The Lesser Lion

Leo Minor is a small constellation in the northern hemisphere.
It is one of seven constellations designed in 1687 by Polish astronomer Johannes_Hevelius.
Only the brightest star in the constellation carries an official name.
Leo Minor in the Night Sky

This section describes the constellation as it is seen in the night sky.

For myth and star lore about Leo Minor click here.

For a listing of names of objects within the boundaries of Leo Minor click here.

The stars of Leo Minor

Number Designation Name
1 46 Praecipua
2 β Beta Leonis Minoris
3 21 21 Leonis Minoris
4 10 10 Leonis Minoris
Star map based on map provided by Sea & Sky

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