Sabik, a captivating crimson star within the Oph constellation, shines forth with remarkable regularity. Designated as a visual magnitude of 2.43, Sabik is known to orbit the center of the constellation, establishing a consistent position within the night

Sabik’s recognisable prominence stems largely from its position as one of the brightest stars in the Oph constellation. Specifically, it’s known for its steady, unwavering light – a vital presence throughout the night. This star’s apparent brightness, a measure of its luminosity relative to background stars, reveals a magnitude of 2.43, making it a significant feature. These characteristics, combined with its spatial position, allow for clear observation and study for astronomers and stargazers.

Observers typically identify Sabik as a ‘35Eta Oph’ star, recognizing its unique spectral characteristics and observed movements within the larger system of the Milky Way galaxy. It’s a star that commands our attention, exhibiting a consistent light output across considerable temporal ranges.

The star's significance can be seen in the context of historical observation techniques. Due to its steady luminance, the star was considered essential in astronomical cataloging, and remains vital in understanding patterns within stellar distributions.

How to see it

Sabik has a visual magnitude of about 2.43: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Sabik: right ascension 17h 10m 23s, declination −15° 43′ 30″ (J2000), in the region of the Ophiuchus constellation (IAU figure Oph).

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Catalog context

Sabik. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 35Eta Oph, HIP 84012, HD 155125, Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-84012. In the SkyKeepsake Ophiuchus (Oph) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-84012

HIP

84012

HD

155125

gaia_dr3

HYG-HIP-84012

Bayer / Flamsteed

35Eta Oph

Also known as

• 35Eta Oph
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M HYG-HIP-84012
• Gl 656.1A
• HD 155125
• HIP 84012
• HYG-HIP-84012

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

2.43