I don't know why, but it seems that every time I'm out under the stars and introduce people to the constellation Draco, the Dragon, I hear chuckles — as if they think I'm making it up.

Now I admit I've done this from time to time — invented constellations and names to help people see their outlines more easily. But this one, I swear, is real. In fact, you should have little trouble finding it if your sky is fairly dark.

Draco is actually a large and ancient constella ...

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