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Orion can be seen in the evening throughout the winter in the Northern Hemisphere. It is best recognized by the three-star "belt". Orion is also visible in the summer in the Northern Hemisphere in the eastern sky just before sunrise. Check it out!

Orion is named for a mythical hunter who was killed by the gods when he threatened to kill every animal on earth.

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Q: Where does Orion get its name and during which months it is best seen?
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