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Aludra
B5Ia31Eta CMa · Canis Major
Aludra is a B5Ia-type star located in the constellation of Canis Major. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,989 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.45, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 35904.
Common NameAludra
Bayer Designation31Eta CMa
HIP Catalog IDHIP 35904
ConstellationCanis Major
Right Ascension7h 24m 5.7s
Declination-29° 18' 11"
Distance1,989 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.45
Absolute Magnitude-6.48
Color Index (B-V)-0.08
Spectral ClassB5Ia
Variable StarNo