Sagittarius is the ninth constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “the archer.” Learn more!

Scorpio, also known as Scorpius, is the eighth constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “scorpion.” Learn more!

Libra is the seventh constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “measuring scales.” Learn more!

Virgo, the Maiden, is the sixth constellation of the Zodiac. Most of her stars are dim, but Virgo's bright blue-white star, Spica, is easy to spot. Read more!

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