The Sea Serpent
Hydra
August 16 - 23
Hydra, the Sea Sertpent, is the largest constellation in the heavens, streaching all the way from Cancer to Libra, south of the zodiac band. On its back stands Corvus, the Raven, and Crater, the Cup. To locate it follow the line of Orion's feet to Alphard, the 'solitary one', which marks the Hydra's heart. Alphard, which is best seen in February and March, to the east of Orion and his dogs, was known in China as the 'Red Bird' which rules the planets, and was worshipped at midsummer.
