Head back into Hydra

The sky's largest constellation sports many binocular gems to fill your nights.

By Phil Harrington | Published: February 21, 2008 | Last updated on May 18, 2023

As Hydra the Water Snake slinks along our southern horizon this month, it brings with it several interesting binocular targets.

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