Monoceros is a faint constellation on the celestial equator. Its name is Greek for unicorn. Its creation is attributed to the 17th-century Dutch cartographer Petrus Plancius. It is bordered by Orion to the west, Gemini to the north, Canis Major to the south and Hydra to the east. Other bordering constellations include Canis Minor, Lepus and Puppis. Notable features Stars Monoceros is a constellation that isn't very easily seen with the naked eye, with only a few fourth magnitude stars. Alpha… (More on Monoceros)