Her.

Bodu is a relatively distant, bluish-white main-sequence star situated within the constellation Her. This star boasts a magnitude of 4.867 and is located approximately 431.8 light-years from Earth. Its designation, HD 164668, provides a reliable identification, crucial for observing and data collection. Bodu has a known proper motion of 9.2 mas/yr, indicating slow movement across the sky, suggesting it’s in a relatively stable orbital plane. A measured radial velocity of -44.86 km/s indicates a gentle wobble, consistent with a more stable position over extended periods.

The star’s appearance in the sky is a noteworthy sight. As a relatively luminous star, Bodu is easily noticeable to the casual observer. Its known brightness levels are within the range of a relatively modest star, readily identifiable as a main-sequence star. It primarily emits light, with no strong spectral characteristics that would suggest it belongs to a specific class of star. The star is not characterized by any particular colour or spectral type, making it appear as a fairly uniform white or pale blue. Its location suggests a relatively stable system.

Considering its celestial arrangement within the constellation Her, Bodu might hold significant symbolic value for those individuals connected to the constellations. It serves as a tangible reminder of a carefully placed celestial landmark, representing a steady and peaceful position within the cosmos— a constant beacon against an ever-changing background. It represents an enduring, slightly gentle light, perhaps evoking thoughts of stability and long-lasting presence.

How to see it

Bodu has a visual magnitude of about 4.87: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Bodu: right ascension 18h 1m 30s, declination +21° 35′ 45″ (J2000), in the region of the Hercules constellation (IAU figure Her).

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Catalog context

Bodu. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 95 Her, HIP 88267, HD 164668, Gaia DR3 4576147844112599424. In the SkyKeepsake Hercules (Her) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 4576147844112599424

HIP

88267

HD

164668

gaia_dr3

4576147844112599424

Bayer / Flamsteed

95 Her

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

4.87