Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

NGC 2419: Intergalactic Wanderer

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 4, 2015 is “NGC 2419: Intergalactic Wanderer,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Bob Franke). The original explanation runs about 154 words.

NGC 2419: Intergalactic Wanderer
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Bob Franke Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Three objects stand out in this thoughtful telescopic image , a view toward the mostly stealthy constellation Lynx . The two brightest (the spiky ones) are nearby stars.”

— APOD editors, June 4, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 4, 2015
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 154 words

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