Corona Borealis


Corona Borealis is a relatively small but prominent constellation in the northern sky. It is located between the constellations Hercules and Bootes and can be observed all year round.

Corona Borealis
Latin name Corona Borealis
Latin genitive Coronae Borealis
Abbreviation CrB
Brightest star Alphecca (α Coronae Borealis)
Fully visible 90° N to 50° S
Observation time for Central Europe all year round
The constellation Corona Borealis. Chart: International Astronomical Union in collaboration with the magazine Sky & Telescope