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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Aquila_(constellation)Aquila (constellation) - Wikipedia

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   Aquila is a constellation on the celestial equator. Its name is Latin for 'eagle' and it represents the bird that carried Zeus/Jupiter's thunderbolts in Greek-Roman mythology. Its brightest star, Altair, is one vertex of the Summer Triangle asterism. The constellation is best seen in the northern summer, as it is located along the Milky Way.

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3. www.constellation-guide.com › aquila-constellationAquila Constellation: Stars, Facts, Myth, Location, Deep Sky ...

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   Aquila, the Eagle, is a prominent northern constellation located near the celestial equator. It contains the bright Altair and the planetary nebulae NGC 6741 (the Phantom Streak Nebula) and NGC 6751 (the Glowing Eye Nebula).

4. earthsky.org › constellations › aquila-the-eagleAquila the Eagle soars along the Milky Way - EarthSky

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   Aug 17, 2023 · The best time to see the constellation of Aquila the Eagle in the evening sky is from July to November as it soars along the Milky Way. And, because our galaxy provides a starry backdrop, many...

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6. starwalk.space › en › newsAquila: The Eagle Constellation - Star Walk

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   Aug 18, 2023 · Aquila is a long-known constellation: it was one of the 48 constellations described by Ptolemy in the Almagest. There are plenty of ancient myths from all over the world about the celestial Eagle. Modern-day astronomers are also attracted to the stars and objects located within Aquila’s boundaries.

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7. www.go-astronomy.com › constellationsAquila Constellation | Star Map & Facts | Go Astronomy

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   The Northern constellation of Aquila, the Eagle, is best viewed in Fall during the month of September. Aquila is the 22nd largest constellation. It's brightest star is Altair at magnitude 0.76. The boundary of the Aquila constellation contains 9 stars that host known exoplanets.

8. theskylive.com › sky › constellationsAquila, the Eagle Constellation | TheSkyLive.com

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   Aquila (The Eagle) Constellation. Altitude: -2.3° Azimuth: 278.3° Direction: West. Aquila (pronounced ˈækwɪlə) is the Latin name of a large constellation (in fact it extends itself for about 34 degrees across the sky) situated close to the celestial equator.

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   Why is Aquila called a vulture?

   • The constellation of Aquila has been related to birds across different cultures. To the Romans, they call it Vultur Volans or “the flying vulture.” Though we now know it as a Greek constellation, it may have been inspired by the Eagle constellation of the Babylonians.

   Aquila Constellation: Facts About the Celestial Eagle

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   What does Aquila mean in astrology?

   • Aquila is a constellation on the celestial equator. Its name is Latin for ' eagle ' and it represents the bird that carried Zeus/Jupiter's thunderbolts in Greek-Roman mythology . Its brightest star, Altair, is one vertex of the Summer Triangle asterism. The constellation is best seen in the northern summer, as it is located along the Milky Way.

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   Is Aquila a constellation?

   • Aquila is a long-known constellation: it was one of the 48 constellations described by Ptolemy in the Almagest. There are plenty of ancient myths from all over the world about the celestial Eagle. Modern-day astronomers are also attracted to the stars and objects located within Aquila’s boundaries. Let’s get to know this majestic bird!

   Aquila: The Eagle Constellation - Star Walk

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   When is the best time to see Aquila?

   • The Northern constellation of Aquila, the Eagle, is best viewed in Fall during the month of September. Aquila is the 22nd largest constellation. It's brightest star is Altair at magnitude 0.76. The boundary of the Aquila constellation contains 9 stars that host known exoplanets.

   Aquila Constellation | Star Map & Facts | Go Astronomy

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10. theplanets.org › constellations › aquila-constellationAquila Constellation: Facts About the Celestial Eagle

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    Aquila is the “eagle” of our night sky. It is the 22nd largest constellation that we have. And in this large area lies a lot of stars and interesting deep-sky objects. In the northern sky, we can see it best during the summer nights. It’s brightest star even forms one point of the Summer Triangle.