Corona Borealis

Northern Crown constellation

Corona Borealis (CrB) covers 179 square degrees of sky, making it number 72 of 88 by size. Its brightest star is Alphecca. It is highest in the evening sky around June.

Latin nameCorona Borealis
AbbreviationCrB
Area179 square degrees · No. 72 of 88 by size
Brightest starAlphecca
Best evening viewsJune
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