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M65, M66, NGC3628 - The Leo Triplet

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Apr 22, 2020 17:13 |  #1

In the constellation Leo sits the Leo Triplet. M65, M66, and NGC3628 range from 31-35 million light years away and 90-100 thousand light years across.

This image was taken over multiple nights in March and April. ~12 hours exposure, RGB with some HA added in. Thanks for looking!


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