The term 'URSA Major' (4 letters) is a bear constellation in the night sky. It is also known as the Great Bear and is one of the most recognizable constellations in the northern sky. It is visible throughout the year and is made up of seven bright stars that form a distinctive asterism known as the Big Dipper. URSA Major is the third largest constellation in the sky and contains many galaxies, including the famous Andromeda Galaxy.