Zubeneschamali is a bright star located in the Lyra constellation, designated as a minor magnitude star – magnitude 2.61. It is a relatively close star, occurring about 62 light-years from Earth. The star is a type of giant star, belonging to the A1 spe

Associated with Zubeneschamali, in the broader context of stellar imagery, is its unique position within the Cygnus constellation. This star’s alignment with the celestial plane frequently makes it a prominent feature of the night sky. Its apparent positioning is remarkably noticeable, being frequently identified as a bright “star of the wolf” by stargazers. This shape and position allow observers to easily recognize it across a wide range of latitudes and altitudes.

Considering its proximity and visibility, Zubeneschamali has gained symbolic significance in some traditions and folklore. It frequently represents a point of direction or a celestial marker – perhaps a gateway between the terrestrial and astral realms. The star's presence on a significant arc of the heavens often evokes a sense of depth and a connection to ancient knowledge and narratives. Given its relatively stable luminosity, the star serves as an accessible component in observational astronomical studies.

How to see it

Zubeneschamali has a visual magnitude of about 2.61: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Zubeneschamali: right ascension 15h 17m 0s, declination −9° 22′ 59″ (J2000), on the celestial sphere.

Catalog context

Zubeneschamali. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 27Bet Lib, HIP 74785, HD 135742, Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-74785.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-74785

HIP

74785

HD

135742

gaia_dr3

HYG-HIP-74785

Bayer / Flamsteed

27Bet Lib

Also known as

• 27Bet Lib
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M HYG-HIP-74785
• HD 135742
• HIP 74785
• HYG-HIP-74785

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

2.61