Leo

Leo

Abbreviation:
Leo
Genitive:
Leonis
Translation:
The Lion
Right Ascention:
11h 0m
Declination:
15°

This constellation is part of the Zodiac

Leo is the Nemean Lion which was killed by Hercules on one of his great quests. Legend says that the lion had a hide that could not punctured by iron, bronze or stone. Since he couldn't reason with the ferocious beast, Hercules strangled it to death and the local people were very grateful.

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