Vela (constellation)
Vela is a constellation in the southern sky.
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| Constellation | |
 List of stars in Vela | |
| Abbreviation | Vel |
|---|---|
| Genitive | Velorum |
| Pronunciation | /ˈviːlə/, genitive /vɪˈlɔːrəm/ |
| Symbolism | the Sails |
| Right ascension | 9 |
| Declination | −50 |
| Quadrant | SQ2 |
| Area | 500 sq. deg. (32nd) |
| Main stars | 5 |
| Bayer/Flamsteed stars | 50 |
| Stars with planets | 7 |
| Stars brighter than 3.00m | 5 |
| Stars within 10.00 pc (32.62 ly) | 3 |
| Brightest star | γ Vel (1.75m) |
| Messier objects | 0 |
| Meteor showers | Delta Velids Gamma Velids Puppid-velids |
| Bordering constellations | Antlia Pyxis Puppis Carina Centaurus |
| Visible at latitudes between +30° and −90°. Best visible at 21:00 (9 p.m.) during the month of March. | |
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