Pisces (constellation)
zodiac constellation straddling the celestial equator
Pisces is a constellation located on the celestial equator.
| Constellation | |
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| Abbreviation | Psc |
|---|---|
| Genitive | Piscium |
| Pronunciation | /ˈpaɪsiːz/, genitive /ˈpɪʃiəm/ |
| Symbolism | the Fishes |
| Right ascension | 1 |
| Declination | +15 |
| Quadrant | NQ1 |
| Area | 889 sq. deg. (14th) |
| Main stars | 18 |
| Bayer/Flamsteed stars | 86 |
| Stars with planets | 13 |
| Stars brighter than 3.00m | 0 |
| Stars within 10.00 pc (32.62 ly) | 8 |
| Brightest star | η Psc (3.62m) |
| Messier objects | 1 |
| Meteor showers | Piscids |
| Bordering constellations | |
| Visible at latitudes between +90° and −65°. Best visible at 21:00 (9 p.m.) during the month of November. | |
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Element: Water
Color: Mauve, Lilac, Purple, Violet, Sea green
Quality: Mutable
Day: Thursday
Ruler: Neptune, Jupiter
Greatest Compatibility: Virgo, Taurus
Lucky Numbers: 3, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24
Dates: February 19 - March 20Element: Water
Color: Mauve, Lilac, Purple, Violet, Sea green
Quality: Mutable
Day: Thursday
Ruler: Neptune, Jupiter
Greatest Compatibility: Virgo, Taurus
Lucky Numbers: 3, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24
Dates: February 19 - March 20
