| Object | Leo Triplet |
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| Description | This small group of galaxies consists of the Messier objects M65 (NGC 3623) and M66 (NGC 3627) as well as the edge-on spiral NGC 3628. These three galaxies, the heart of the M66 group, form a beautiful and photogenic group which is frequently referred to as the Leo Triplet. |
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| Scope | Zenithstar 80 ED & meade 6.3 fr |
| Camera | ST2000XCM |
| Mount | Losmandy G11 |
| Filters | Baader IR |
| Guiding | Self Guided |
| Exposure Info | 8 hours of total exposure time (32 x 15 min) |
| Date | March 20, 2007 |
| Copyright | Photo copyright Thomas Kerns, Beluga Lake Observatory |