Ser is a spectacular star in the constellation Ser, a small, relatively nearby constellation known to the Babylonians. It’s currently located roughly 382.7 light-years away from Earth. Officially identified by the IAU as a Class M dwarf, Gudja is notewort

The Recognisable Aspects of Gudja in the Sky – Primarily through Sirius. Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky, serves as a compelling example of why Gudja warrants consideration in stargazing. This star’s prominence, while dim in absolute terms for a star of its magnitude, draws attention due to its location, roughly 35 degrees apart from the Milky Way. While not a distinct spectral type – Gudja doesn’t exhibit red, yellow, or blue colours, nor does it show signs of thermal radiation – it consistently shines brightly and its distinct position in relation to other known celestial objects makes it a recognizable object.

A possible symbolic element for Gudja might be a connection to the idea of guidance or eastward movement, given its relatively close proximity to the Milky Way. Many stargazers have chosen Gudja as a point of reference for those seeking direction when setting an initial observational target in the cosmos.

This star's long history of observation places it in alignment with the development of astrological traditions, showcasing the significance of celestial bodies for measuring time and events. Its luminosity remains a focus of continuous monitoring, often considered in astronomical research as a benchmark for new celestial bodies.

How to see it

Gudja has a visual magnitude of about 3.35: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Gudja: right ascension 15h 48m 44s, declination +18° 8′ 28″ (J2000), on the celestial sphere.

Catalog context

Gudja. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 35Kap Ser, HIP 77450, HD 141477, Gaia DR3 1197588859547184640.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 1197588859547184640

HIP

77450

HD

141477

gaia_dr3

1197588859547184640

Bayer / Flamsteed

35Kap Ser

Also known as

• 35Kap Ser
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M 1197588859547184640
• HD 141477
• HIP 77450

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

3.35