Top 10 Biggest Constellations

A constellation is an area in the sky which contains many, many stars. Some of those are bright enough for us to see patterns. These are the most vast...

1. Hydra

Also Known As - The Sea Serpent

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,302,844

Hydra isn't just the biggest constellation in terms of sky space, it's also the longest, hence it being named after a giant sea serpent!

2. Virgo

Also Known As - The Virgin

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') -1,294,428

3. Ursa Major

Also Known As - The Great Bear

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,279,660

4. Cetus

Also Known As - the Whale/Sea Monster

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') -1,231,411

5. Hercules

Also Known As - The Hero Hercules

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,225,148

6. Eridanus

Also Known As - The River Eridanus

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,137,919

7. Pegasus

Also Known As - The Winged Horse

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,120,794

8. Draco

Also Known As - The Dragon

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,082,952

9. Centaurus

Also Known As - The Centaur

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 1,060,422

10. Aquarius

Also Known As - The Water Bearer

Area Of Sky (SQ.DEG') - 979,854