The constellation of Orion
and the brightest star of the constellation
Canis Major,
Sirius (alpha CMa),
dominate the southern direction of northern hemisphere's winter sky.
Fainter and less distinct are the accompanying constellations
Canis Minor,
Monoceros, and
Lepus
(see lines and labels).
Gemini and
Taurus are north
of this group and just partly visible in the above photography.
The southern horizon is smeared due to guiding the earths rotation during the 30 minute
exposure. Light pollution is enlighting especially the horizon. For further informations
regarding the observable Deep Sky Objects in this part of the milky way please join the
following constellation sites:
Orion,
Lepus,
Canis Major,
Canis Minor & Monoceros,
Gemini, and
Taurus.