Constellation
Contains Polaris, the North Star, at the tip of its tail, making it a key reference for celestial navigation.
| Type | Constellation |
|---|---|
| Area of sky | 256 sq° |
| Brightest star | Polaris |
| Brightest star magnitude | mag 1.98 |
| Hemisphere | Northern |
| Zodiac constellation | No |
| Discovered | 150 |