HD 191765
WR* — SIMBAD verified
HD 191765 is a rare and energetic Wolf-Rayet star located within the constellation Cygnus. This massive, evolved star is shedding its outer layers through intense stellar winds, creating a complex environment of ionized gas that makes it a fascinating subject for specialized astrophotography.
Key Facts
RA (J2000)
20h 10m 14.2s
Dec (J2000)
+36° 10′ 35″
Visual Magnitude
8.08
Best Season
Summer (Jun–Aug)
How to Find It
Locate the Cygnus constellation and look near the prominent star Sadr at the center of the Northern Cross; the star is situated roughly three degrees west-southwest of Sadr at coordinates RA 20h 10m 14s, Dec +36° 10' 35".
Observing Tip
Because this is a Wolf-Rayet star with strong emission lines, consider using a narrow-band OIII or H-alpha filter to enhance the visibility of the surrounding gaseous environment against the dense Milky Way star fields.