Rotanev is a star located in the constellation Del. It is easily recognizable by its significant magnitude – 3.999. While not a particularly flamboyant or widely-known star, its position within the constellation makes it an esteemed landmark for celestial
Rotanev's identifiable features in the heavens are rooted in its relative position to a broader region of the sky. It's often considered a ‘bright’ star within the Del constellation and is distinguished by its steady and uniform light output. It has been observed as a bright point of light, typically near the center of the constellation. Its characteristic luminosity makes it noticeable for long-duration observers and contributes to a clear and easily discerned sight for distant observers.
Historically, significant positions within the Del constellation—like Rotanev's—have been important. It has been recognized as a reliable reference star by both amateur and professional astronomers for centuries. This designation signifies a stable point of light with minimal stellar activity compared to other more shifting stars, making it an ideal reference point for navigation and astronomical study . Ultimately, Rotanev, due to its observed magnitude and placement, is a recognizable beacon in a dark sky, adding to the beauty and significance of the starry expanse.
How to see it
Rotanev has a visual magnitude of about 4.00: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Rotanev: right ascension 20h 37m 33s, declination +14° 35′ 42″ (J2000), in the region of the Delphinus constellation (IAU figure Del).
Catalog context
Rotanev. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 6Bet Del, HIP 101769, HD 196524, Gaia DR3 1810448909928688768. In the SkyKeepsake Delphinus (Del) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 1810448909928688768
- HIP
- 101769
- HD
- 196524
- gaia_dr3
- 1810448909928688768
- Bayer / Flamsteed
- 6Bet Del
Also known as
- 6Bet Del
- Gaia DR3 TOP 5M 1810448909928688768
- HD 196524
- HIP 101769
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 4.00