Interesting Facts About Monoceros
Fact 1. Monoceros is the 35th constellation in size, occupying an area of 482 square degrees
Fact 2. Unlike other constellations, Monoceros is not associated with Greek or Roman mythology. Where as Andromeda, Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Capricornus, Draco, Eridanus, Gemini, Hercules, Hydra, Leo, Orion and many others come from Greek mythology.
Fact 3. Though the unicorn is not mentioned in any recorded mythology, it is mentioned in an assortment of historical artifacts, including the Bible, religious art and natural historical findings. It was originally named 'second horse' as it was the second horse in the constellation at the time.
Fact 1. Monoceros is the 35th constellation in size, occupying an area of 482 square degrees
Fact 2. Unlike other constellations, Monoceros is not associated with Greek or Roman mythology. Where as Andromeda, Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Capricornus, Draco, Eridanus, Gemini, Hercules, Hydra, Leo, Orion and many others come from Greek mythology.
Fact 3. Though the unicorn is not mentioned in any recorded mythology, it is mentioned in an assortment of historical artifacts, including the Bible, religious art and natural historical findings. It was originally named 'second horse' as it was the second horse in the constellation at the time.