Lacaille's 24 Feathers is a small constellation located in the southern sky. It was created by the French astronomer Nicolas Louis de Lacaille in the 18th century. The constellation is named for the 24 feathers of a quill, symbolizing the tools of writing and knowledge. This constellation is relatively faint, containing no bright stars, and is best viewed in the southern hemisphere. It is bordered by other constellations such as Phoenix and Grus, making it part of a rich tapestry of celestial patterns that can be observed from Earth.