Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 22, 2014

M44: The Beehive Cluster

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 22, 2014 is “M44: The Beehive Cluster,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Bob Franke). The original explanation runs about 185 words.

From the explanation

“A mere 600 light-years away, M44 is one of the closest star clusters to our solar system. 5 billion years.”

— APOD editors, February 22, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 22, 2014
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Bob Franke
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 185 words