Scuti is a constellation located in the southern sky, named after the Latin word for "shield." It is relatively small and contains several notable stars, including α Scuti (Alpha Scuti), which is the brightest star in the constellation. Scuti is best visible during the months of July to September. The constellation is part of the Milky Way and is situated near other constellations such as Aquila and Serpens. Scuti is also home to various deep-sky objects, including star clusters and nebulae, making it a point of interest for amateur astronomers and stargazers.