Ophiuchus
Oph
Rank: #11
948 sq. deg.
Ophiuchus () is a large constellation straddling the celestial equator. Its name comes from the Ancient Greek ὀφιοῦχος (ophioûkhos), meaning "serpent-bearer", and it is commonly represented as a man grasping a snake. The serpent is represented by the constellation Serpens.
IAU constellation map showing the boundaries and main stars
Ophiuchus
| Genitive | Ophiuchi |
| Symbolism | The Ophiuchus |
| Right ascension | 17h 00m 00s |
| Declination | +00° 00' 00" |
| Area | |
| Area rank | 11 |
| Brightest star | |
| Best visible at 21:00 | Variable |
Deep-Sky Objects Summary
31
Brightest Stars
4
Open Clusters
24
Globular Clusters
16
Galaxies
0
Nebulae
Brightest Stars
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