HD 49091
Overlaid DSS image of HD 49091, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around HD 49091
BD-20 1555, GSC 05961-03331, HIP 32406
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 6.868 | Right Ascension | 6h 45' 57.4" (2000) |
| Declination | 20° 46' 30" S |
| Constellation | Canis Major |
| Description | Near the center of M41 |
| Classification | K3III |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Feb 26, 2020 Waikoloa, HI (map)
28cm f/10 SCT, NexStar 11" GyPSy @ 80x
Seeing: 5 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
A notable orange star at the heart of the M41 cluster, rich orange, no companion noted
Other Data Sources for HD 49091
Associated objects for HD 49091
Nearby objects for HD 49091
6 objects found within 120'
| 12 Canis Majoris | 15 Canis Majoris | BD-20 1569 |
| HD 50643 | HD 50644 | Messier 41 |
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HD 49091