Ras Alhague is a bright star located in the constellation of Ophiuchus. It is classified as a red giant, which means it has expanded and cooled after exhausting the hydrogen in its core. This star is approximately 380 light-years away from Earth and is known for its distinctive reddish hue. As one of the brightest stars in its constellation, Ras Alhague is often used in astronomy for navigation and study. It has an apparent magnitude of around 2.07, making it easily visible to the naked eye. Its name is derived from Arabic, meaning "the head of the serpent bearer."