Xi² Canis Majoris

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For other star systems with this Bayer designation, see Xi Canis Majoris.
ξ2 Canis Majoris
Observation data
Epoch J2000.0
Constellation
(pronunciation)
Canis Major
Right ascension 06h35m03.4s
Declination −22°57′53″
Apparent magnitude (V) +4.54
Distance 412 ± 32 ly
(126 ± 10 pc)
Spectral type A0V
Other designations
5 Canis Majoris, HR 2414, HD 46933, BD−22°1458, FK5 249, HIP 31416, SAO 171982, GC 8577

Xi2 Canis Majoris2 CMa / ξ2 Canis Majoris) is a star in the constellation Canis Major.

ξ2 Canis Majoris is a white A-type main sequence dwarf with an apparent magnitude of +4.54. It is approximately 412 light years from Earth.


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