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The HD 47186 System

2 planets Canis Major

HD 47186 is a planetary system in the constellation Canis Major hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 122 light-years from Earth.

HD 47186: Star and Habitable Zone

HD 47186

All 2 Planets in the HD 47186 System

PlanetTypeOrbitRadiusESIDiscovered
HD 47186 bNeptune-like4.1 d—0.152008
HD 47186 cCold Gas Giant1,354 d—0.232008

Discovery History

The first planet found here, HD 47186 b, was discovered in 2008 using the radial velocity method.

Frequently Asked Questions About HD 47186

How many planets does HD 47186 have?

HD 47186 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.

Are any planets in the HD 47186 system habitable?

None of the known planets in HD 47186 orbit within the star's habitable zone.

How far away is HD 47186?

HD 47186 is about 122 light-years from Earth in the constellation Canis Major.

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