Constellation
Represents a centaur, home to Alpha Centauri, the closest star system to the Sun.
| Type | Constellation |
|---|---|
| Area of sky | 1,060 sq° |
| Brightest star | Alpha Centauri A |
| Brightest star magnitude | mag -0.27 |
| Hemisphere | Southern |
| Zodiac constellation | No |
| Discovered | 150 |