Gienah (γ Corvi) is the brightest star in the constellation Corvus. It is about 165 light-years (ly) away and has an apparent magnitude of 2.6 mag.
Gienah (γ Corvi) is a double star. It has a 9.7 mag companion 1.1″ away.
| Gienah | |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Corvus |
| Right ascension | 12h 15m 48.4s |
| Declination | −17° 32′ 31″ |
| Apparent magnitude | 2.6 mag |
| Distance | (165 ± 7) ly |
| Bayer designation | γ Corvi |
| Bright Star Catalogue | HR 4662 |
| Hipparcos Catalogue | HIP 59803 |
| SAO Catalogue | SAO 157176 |
