The constellation Phoenix is a small constellation in the southern sky north of the bright star Achernar in Eridanus. Only the main star α Phoenicis (Ankaa) is brighter than the 3rd magnitude.
Due to its southern location, the constellation Phoenix is not visible from Germany. In southern latitudes such as in Switzerland, in Austria south of the Danube and in the extreme south of Germany, the northernmost star rises just above the southern horizon.
| Phoenix | |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Phoenix |
| Latin genitive | Phoenicis |
| Abbreviation | Phe |
| Brightest star | Ankaa (α Phoenicis) |
| Fully visible | 32° N to 90° S |
| Observation time for Central Europe | not observable |
