Taurus

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Taurus is a prominent constellation in the Northern Hemisphere's winter sky, known for its distinctive V-shaped pattern representing a bull's head. It is one of the oldest constellations, dating back to the Early Bronze Age, and holds significant cultural and historical importance. Taurus is home to two famous star clusters: the Pleiades (Seven Sisters) and the Hyades. The Pleiades is an open cluster visible to the naked eye, while the Hyades forms the bull's face with Aldebaran, a bright red giant, serving as the bull's eye. Taurus is part of the zodiac and is crossed by the ecliptic, the path of the Sun. It is visible from November to March, with January being ideal for viewing. The constellation is associated with various mythologies, including Greek tales of Zeus. Taurus also hosts notable deep-space objects like the Crab Nebula, a supernova remnant. The Taurid meteor shower occurs annually in November, adding to its celestial attractions. Its visibility spans latitudes between +90° and −65°, making it accessible to observers worldwide.