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Delphinus

Delphinus is a small, graceful constellation representing a dolphin, visible in the northern sky. It is easiest to spot during summer months in the northern hemisphere. The constellation is made up of a pattern of stars that outline the shape of a dolphin leaping through water. It's part of the larger Hercules family of constellations and contains a few notable deep-sky objects for amateur astronomers. Named after the Greek myth of the dolphin, Delphinus serves as a recognizable guide for stargazers and aligns with the mythological stories of Greek mythology.