Lynx (constellation)
constellation in the northern celestial hemisphere
Lynx is a constellation in the northern sky.
| Constellation | |
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| Abbreviation | Lyn |
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| Genitive | Lyncis |
| Pronunciation | /ˈlɪŋks/, genitive /ˈlɪnsɪs/ |
| Symbolism | the Lynx |
| Right ascension | 8 |
| Declination | +45 |
| Quadrant | NQ2 |
| Area | 545 sq. deg. (28th) |
| Main stars | 4 |
| Bayer/Flamsteed stars | 42 |
| Stars with planets | 5 |
| Stars brighter than 3.00m | 0 |
| Stars within 10.00 pc (32.62 ly) | 1 |
| Brightest star | α Lyn (3.14m) |
| Messier objects | 0 |
| Meteor showers | ????? ????? |
| Bordering constellations | Ursa Major Camelopardalis Auriga Gemini Cancer Leo (corner) Leo Minor |
| Visible at latitudes between +90° and −55°. Best visible at 21:00 (9 p.m.) during the month of March. | |
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