Deneb Algedi

Deneb Algedi (δ Capricorni) is a white star in the constellation Capricornus. With an apparent magnitude of 2.87 it is the 145th-brightest star in the night sky, and it is about 44 light-years from Earth.

Finder chart showing where Deneb Algedi is in the constellation Capricornus
Deneb Algedi (circled) in Capricornus, with the surrounding constellations and bright stars.
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Facts

ConstellationCapricornus
Designationδ Capricorni (Delta Capricorni), HR 8322
Apparent magnitude2.87 (145th brightest)
Spectral typeAm
Colorwhite (B−V 0.29)
Distanceabout 44 light-years
Right ascension21 h 47.0 min
Declination−16.13°
Best monthOctober (at about 9 pm)

Sources: star positions, magnitudes and colors from the Yale Bright Star Catalogue; constellation boundaries and star names from the IAU; areas and distances from Wikidata; stick figures by M. van der Sluys. How the maps are made.

How to find Deneb Algedi

Deneb Algedi is in Capricornus. From 40° N it is highest in the south in October evenings, about 34° above the horizon. From 35° S it reaches about 71° in the north. Nearby bright stars: Fomalhaut (21° away), Enif (26° away) and Alnair (31° away).

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Other named stars in Capricornus

DabihAlgediNashiraAlshat

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