Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Leo Trio

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 12, 2017 is “Leo Trio,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ignacio Diaz Bobillo). The original explanation runs about 167 words.

Leo Trio
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ignacio Diaz Bobillo Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This group is popular in the northern spring. Famous as the Leo Triplet , the three magnificent galaxies gather in one field of view.”

— APOD editors, April 12, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 12, 2017
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ignacio Diaz Bobillo
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 167 words

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Source

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