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Contor, The Condor, is an Inka constellation,
Etymology and History
Origin of Constellation
where was it mentioned, what is the earliest source ...
Spelling Variants
- Contor (Qechua spelling)
- Cóndor (Spanish spelling)
Identifications
Depending on the season and context, the term "qollca" can have the following identifications:
- (a) head of Scorpius
- (b) a dark spot, perhaps in the area of Scorpius
- (c) in CMa
- head = 8, e, n Canis Majoris,
- wing = α, 13, γ Pyxidis
- wing = α Monocerotis
- tail = α Hydrae
Sources, Transfer and Transformation of the Constellation
Here we give a list of all sources where the name is attested.
| Source | Identification |
|---|---|
| Sco | |
| CMa |
Mythology
mnemonic tales and cultural significance
Weblinks
References
- References (general)
