3.82
Apparent Mag151
Distance (ly)A0p
Spectral Type9,500
Temperature (K)Alpha Piscium, also known as Alrescha, is a close double star marking the knot where the two fish of Pisces are tied.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude3.82
Absolute Magnitude0.56
Distance151 light-years
Spectral TypeA0p
Temperature9,500 K
Luminosity41 L☉
Radius2.7 R☉
Mass2.6 M☉
Right Ascension02h 02m 02.8s
Declination+02° 45′ 49.5″
ConstellationPisces
Notable Facts
- Also known as Alrescha meaning the well rope
- It marks where the two fish of Pisces are joined
- Both components are A-type stars