التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
Foxy Canis Minor: A little canine makes a big fuss in the sky. |
| المؤلفون: |
O'Meara, Stephen James |
| المصدر: |
Sky & Telescope. Mar2025, Vol. 149 Issue 3, p45-45. 1p. |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
*HUNTING dogs, *CANIS, *STAR maps (Astronomy), *CRIME scenes, *MILKY Way, *DOGS |
| مستخلص: |
The article in Sky & Telescope discusses the constellation Canis Minor, known as the Lesser Dog, and its mythological significance. Originally consisting of two stars, Procyon and Gomeisa, Canis Minor is linked to Orion's hunting dogs in Greek mythology. The constellation has also been associated with a fox in ancient Mesopotamian myths, where the fox plays a crucial role in reuniting Enki and Ninhursag. The text explores various interpretations of Canis Minor throughout history, highlighting its diverse cultural significance. [Extracted from the article] |
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