Kaus Australis is a bright star located in the constellation of Sagittarius. It is also known as Epsilon Sagittarii and is one of the key stars that form the "Teapot" asterism within this constellation. Kaus Australis is approximately 144 light-years away from Earth and is classified as a spectral type K1 III giant star, indicating it has expanded and cooled after exhausting the hydrogen in its core. This star shines with a magnitude of about 1.79, making it one of the brightest stars in the night sky. Kaus Australis is often used in navigation and is notable for its position near the center of the Milky Way galaxy, providing a rich backdrop of stars and celestial objects for stargazers and astronomers alike.