Thuban
Overlaid DSS image of Thuban, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around Thuban
Alpha Draconis, α Dra, 11 Dra
BD+65 978, HD 123299, HR 5291, SAO 16273, GSC 04174-01262, HIP 68756
BD+65 978, HD 123299, HR 5291, SAO 16273, GSC 04174-01262, HIP 68756
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 3.68 | Right Ascension | 14h 4' 23.3" (2000) |
| Declination | 64° 22' 33" N |
| Constellation | Draco |
| Classification | A0III |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Jul 22, 2023 Oregon Star Party, Ochoco Mts, OR (map)
25cm f/4.5 Newtonian, Holoholo @ 71x
Seeing: 7 Transparency: 6 Moon: 26%
Brilliant white, no companion noted, non-visual binary
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Thuban