Constellation family · 5 constellations
Orion Family
The bright winter constellations around the Hunter — Orion, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Lepus, and Monoceros.
| Constellation | Abbr | Hemisphere | Area | Rank | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canis MajorThe Greater Dog | CMa | Southern | 380 deg² | 43 | Winter |
| Canis MinorThe Lesser Dog | CMi | Equatorial | 183 deg² | 71 | Winter |
| LepusThe Hare | Lep | Southern | 290 deg² | 51 | Winter |
| MonocerosThe Unicorn | Mon | Equatorial | 482 deg² | 35 | Winter |
| OrionThe Hunter | Ori | Equatorial | 594 deg² | 26 | Winter |