2.69
Apparent Mag580
Distance (ly)B2IV
Spectral Type24,000
Temperature (K)Lesath is a blue subgiant near Shaula in the stinger of Scorpius. Together they form a naked-eye pair called the Cat's Eyes.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude2.69
Absolute Magnitude-3.31
Distance580 light-years
Spectral TypeB2IV
Temperature24,000 K
Luminosity8,500 L☉
Radius6.1 R☉
Mass11 M☉
Right Ascension17h 30m 45.8s
Declination-37° 17′ 44.9″
ConstellationScorpius
Notable Facts
- Lesath and Shaula form a pair called the Cat's Eyes
- Its name comes from Arabic meaning the bite
- The two stars appear close but are at different distances