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. |
Image | |
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 |