Canis Major
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Canis Major is a constellation in the southern celestial hemisphere. In the second century, it was included in Ptolemy's 48 constellations, and is counted among the 88 modern constellations. Its name
Sirius A, the brightest star in the night sky, lies in Canis Major (field of view approximately 10°).
Canis Major and Orion constellations
Canis Major as depicted on the Manuchihr Globe made in Mashhad 1632–33 AD. Adilnor Collection, Sweden.
The stars of Canis Major as they can be seen by the naked eye; lines have been added for clarity.
Lepus (constellation)
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Lepus is a constellation lying just south of the celestial equator. Its name is Latin for hare. It is located below—immediately south—of Orion, and is sometimes represented as a hare being chased by O
Lepus as seen in Urania's Mirror (1825)
The constellation Lepus as it can be seen by the naked eye