Beta Leporis

Beta Leporis

Lepus

2.84
Apparent Mag
160
Distance (ly)
G5II
Spectral Type
5,450
Temperature (K)

Beta Leporis, also known as Nihal, is a yellow giant in Lepus.

Stellar Data

Apparent Magnitude2.84
Absolute Magnitude-0.63
Distance160 light-years
Spectral TypeG5II
Temperature5,450 K
Luminosity171 L☉
Radius16 R☉
Mass3.5 M☉
Right Ascension05h 28m 14.7s
Declination-20° 45′ 34.0″
ConstellationLepus

Notable Facts

  • Also known as Nihal meaning quenching their thirst
  • It is a G-type bright giant
  • The star lies below Orion in the winter sky

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