Tucana is a constellation located in the southern sky. It was introduced in the 16th century by the Dutch astronomer Pieter Dirkszoon van der Keere and is named after the toucan bird. Tucana contains several notable celestial objects, including the Small Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf galaxy that is a satellite of the Milky Way. The constellation is best visible during the months of August to October. It is relatively small, covering an area of 295 square degrees, and is bordered by the constellations Phoenix, Grus, and Indus. Tucana is home to various stars and deep-sky objects, making it a point of interest for astronomers.