Stars
The number of stars in the universe is countless, but only around 2,000 of them can be seen with the naked eye in the dark night. And how many stars can you identify? Don’t worry, here we’ve prepared for you detailed information and colorful pictures on the brightest stars in the sky. You don’t even need to find each star’s location by yourself — our astronomy apps Star Walk 2 and Sky Tonight will guide you through the night sky showing the names, facts, and locations of the stars above you.
Spica (Alpha Virginis): Brightest Star In Virgo
Discover the brilliance of Spica, the sparkling gem in the constellation Virgo! Learn how to find the star, when to observe it, and what is special about it.
Antares: Red Star Next to the Moon
Discover Antares, the red supergiant star in Scorpius. Learn how to find it in the sky and when the star will meet the Moon and planets in 2026.
Can You See the Pleiades Tonight? Learn How to See the M45 Star Cluster
How many stars can be observed in the Pleiades star cluster? 💫 Most stargazers only see six – learn how to spot more!
Regulus – The Brightest Star in Leo
Discover Regulus, the Little King star, one of the brightest and easiest to find. 🌟 Learn how to locate Regulus in the sky above you and see its celestial majesty with your own eyes!
Red Giant Star Aldebaran: The Follower of the Pleiades in Taurus
Discover Aldebaran, the bright orange star in Taurus – possibly part of a multiple star system and host to exoplanets! Learn how to find this star in the sky above you and why it’s fascinated people throughout history.
Orion: the Hunter Constellation
From the iconic Orion Belt, which helps you locate other objects in the sky, to the Orion Nebula – let’s explore the constellation Orion, a longtime favorite of astronomers around the world.
Pollux: The Brightest Star in Gemini
Discover Pollux – the brighter of the two “twin stars” in Gemini. Learn when and how to see the star, and what is special about it.
Betelgeuse News 2026: Will Betelgeuse Go Supernova? New Companion Star Discovery Sheds Light
Betelgeuse isn’t alone — and that changes everything. Astronomers have found a small star orbiting the red supergiant. Discover what it means and how to see Betelgeuse in the night sky.
8 Must-See March Constellations & Their Brightest Stars
Discover the best constellations to see in March 2025! Learn when and where to find them, plus get a handy sky map for your location.
Pegasus: the Winged Horse Constellation
Explore the Pegasus constellation guide: stars, objects, myths, and tips on how to find the Winged Horse in the night sky.