4.44
Apparent Mag291
Distance (ly)M0III
Spectral Type3,850
Temperature (K)Alpha Vulpeculae, also known as Anser, is a red giant and the brightest star in Vulpecula.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude4.44
Absolute Magnitude-0.36
Distance291 light-years
Spectral TypeM0III
Temperature3,850 K
Luminosity390 L☉
Radius50 R☉
Mass1.7 M☉
Right Ascension19h 28m 42.3s
Declination+24° 39′ 53.7″
ConstellationVulpecula
Notable Facts
- Also known as Anser meaning the goose
- Vulpecula hosts the famous Dumbbell Nebula (M27)
- The star is an M-type giant