Musca

Musca, translating to "The Fly" in Latin, is a diminutive constellation located in the southern celestial hemisphere. Musca is best observed during the Southern Hemisphere's summer months when it ascends higher in the sky.

History

First introduced by Dutch astronomer Petrus Plancius in the late 16th century, its recognition was later solidified by Johann Bayer in his star atlas. The constellation's shape, resembling that of a fly, inspired its name.

Stars

Alpha Muscae (α Muscae), the brightest star in Musca, is part of a binary star system. Alongside it, Beta Muscae (β Mus) and Gamma Muscae (γ Mus) stand out, though the constellation lacks any notably bright or prominent stars overall.