Constellations Gallery

Chamaeleon Constellation

Chamaeleon Constellation Chamaeleon Constellation with constellation lines

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This constellation was drawn in the early-seventeenth century by Johann Bayer. He drew it following descriptions from early south sea explorers. The chameleon is a small lizard found in Africa that chances colour with its surroundings.

Camera Canon 10D
Exposure 6 Minutes with filter
Date April 2005
Guiding Telescope Piggyback
Location Kaituna, Masterton, New Zealand