JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Pleiades.

  • Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2026, v. 151, n. 1. P. 70 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Hannikainen, Diana 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Pleiades, the brightest open star cluster in the night sky, located in the constellation Taurus. Comprising around 1,000 stars, the Pleiades can typically be seen as six or seven individual stars by the naked eye, with more visible through binoculars or telescopes. The cluster, known as the Seven Sisters in Greek mythology, includes notable stars such as Alcyone and Atlas. The Pleiades, formed approximately 120 million years ago, is currently traversing a dusty region of the galaxy, making it a captivating subject for stargazers and a significant cultural symbol across various societies. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sky & Telescope. 2026/01, Vol. 151, Issue 1, p70
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0037-6604
  • Accession Number:190869345
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