Nu3 Canis Majoris

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For other star systems with this Bayer designation, see Nu Canis Majoris.

Nu³ Canis Majoris (ν³ CMa / ν³ Canis Majoris) is a binary star in the constellation Canis Major. It is approximately 464 light years from Earth.

The primary component, ν³ Canis Majoris A, is an orange K-type bright giant with an apparent magnitude of +4.42. Its companion, ν³ Canis Majoris A, is 1.04 arcseconds distant and has an apparent magnitude of +8.4.

 

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