CONSTELLATION OF CAMELOPARDALIS

Name: Camelopardalis
Abbreviation: Cam
Meaning: Giraffe
Right Ascension: 6h
Declination: +70º
Area (Degrees squared): 757
Stars with known planets: 3
Bordering Constellations: Draco, Ursa Minor, Cepheus, Cassiopeia, Perseus, Auriga, Lynx, Ursa Major

The constellation of Camelopardalis is one of six circumpolar constellations and, as such, can be seen year round from northern latitudes. February is the best month for mid-Northern latitudes.

Camelopardalis is Latin for giraffe. When dark conditions allow most of the stars to be seen, it still takes a lot of imagination to see a shape resembling a giraffe!