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The Shepard. Greek legend says that Bootes is the Shepard of the two bears Ursa Major and Ursa Minor.

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Is Bootes a northern constellation or southern constellation?

It is a northern constellation.


Is Alpha Bootis a star in bootes constellation?

Yes. Alpha, The first letter of the Greek Alphabet, means it is the brightest star in the constellation. Bootes identifies the Constellation. A few very bright stars have a single name.


What are the oldest constillations?

Apparently the constellation Bootes is the oldest constellation.


Is Bootes a winter or summer constellation?

It is a summer constellation in the northern hemisphere.


What constellation is Arcturus located in?

The Arcturus Star is located in the constellation Bootes.


What constellation is Arcturus in?

The Arcturus Star is located in the constellation Bootes.


What the color and letter to bootes constellation?

OPS


Who named the constellation Bootes?

The constellation Bootes was named by the ancient Greeks. The name "Bootes" translates to "plowman" or "herdsman" in Greek. It is thought to represent a figure from Greek mythology, often associated with agriculture and farming.


What is the color and surface of bootes constellation Izar?

black


How many light years is Bootes from the sun?

Bootes is a constellation, which means that - roughly speaking - it's a direction in space. It makes no more sense to ask about the distance to a constellation, than it makes sense to ask how far is "up".


What constellation does arcturos located?

Arcturus is the brightest star in the constellation Bootes (pronounced "Boh-oh-tees")


What is the best season to see the constellation Bootes?

The constellation Bootes is best seen during the spring months in the northern hemisphere, typically between March and June. This is when Bootes is at its highest point in the sky during the evening hours, making it easier to spot.