Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

NGC 1566: The Spanish Dancer Spiral Galaxy

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 2, 2019 is “NGC 1566: The Spanish Dancer Spiral Galaxy,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit: NASA , ESA , Hubble ; Processing & Copyright: Leo Shatz). The original explanation runs about 167 words.

NGC 1566: The Spanish Dancer Spiral Galaxy
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , Hubble ; Processing & Copyright: Leo Shatz Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“If not perfect, then this spiral galaxy is at least one of the most photogenic. An island universe containing billions of stars and situated about 40 million light-years away toward the constellation of the Dolphinfish ( Dorado ), NGC 1566 presents a gorgeous face-on view .”

— APOD editors, July 2, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 2, 2019
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , Hubble ; Processing & Copyright: Leo Shatz
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 167 words

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