HIP 12261, a red main-sequence star in Stars

HIP 12261 is a red main-sequence star (M3V) in Stars, 49 light years from Earth at magnitude 12.36.

Ashland Astronomy Studio October 3, 2026 Star

HIP 12261

HIP 12261 is a red main-sequence star in the constellation Stars. At 49 light years away, it shines at an apparent visual magnitude of 12.36.

Sky position: RA 2h 37m, Dec -58° 45.2'

Spectral type: M3V

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