Crucids
| Crucids | |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkruːsɪdz/ |
| Discovery date | 1920-1930 (Alpha Crucids) 2021 (Gamma Crucids) |
| Radiant | |
| Constellation | Crux |
| Properties | |
| Occurs during | January–February |
| Date of peak | January 12- 20 (Alpha Crucids) February 14 (Gamma Crucids) |
| Velocity | 55.8 km/s |
| Notable features | Visibility is prominent in the Southern Hemisphere |
The Crucids are a group of meteor showers associated with the constellation Crux (the Southern Cross), primarily visible in the Southern Hemisphere. The most notable showers within this group include the Alpha Crucids (α-Crucids), first recorded in the early 20th century, and the Gamma Crucids (γ-Crucids), an unexpected meteor shower discovered in 2021.The Crucids are characterized by meteors with velocities around 55.8 km/s, and are believed to be linked to Halley-type comets.
They typically occur between January and February, though activity levels vary from year to year.