Crux
Southern Cross constellation
Crux (Cru) covers 68 square degrees of sky, making it number 88 of 88 by size. Its brightest star is Acrux. It is highest in the evening sky around May.
| Latin name | Crux |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | Cru |
| Area | 68 square degrees · No. 88 of 88 by size |
| Brightest star | Acrux |
| Best evening views | May |
| Minneapolis | Never rises from Minneapolis |