The yellow hypergiant star HR 5171 in the constellation of Centaurus
This chart shows the constellation of Centaurus (The Centaur). Most of the stars that can be seen in a dark sky with the unaided eye are marked. The position of the yellow hypergiant star HR 5171 is marked with a circle. This star can be easily seen with a pair of binoculars.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
Id: | eso1409c |
Type: | Artwork |
Release date: | 12 March 2014, 12:00 |
Related releases: | eso1409 |
Size: | 3338 x 3124 px |
About the Object
Type: | Milky Way : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
Category: | Illustrations |