Alphard
Star
Alphard, designated Alpha Hydrae, is the brightest star in the constellation of Hydra. It is a single giant star, cooler than the Sun but larger and more luminous. It is about 177 light-years away. Wikipedia
Magnitude: 2
Constellation: Hydra
Spectral type: K3 II-III
Surface temperature: 4,120 K
Luminosity: 780 L☉
Mass: 6.026 × 10^30 kg (3.03 M☉)
Coordinates: RA 9h 27m 35s | Dec -8° 39′ 31″
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