Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Leo Trio

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 21, 2024 is “The Leo Trio,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Steve Cannistra). The original explanation runs about 195 words.

The Leo Trio
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Steve Cannistra Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This popular group leaps into the early evening sky around the March equinox and the northern hemisphere spring . Famous as the Leo Triplet , the three magnificent galaxies found in the prominent constellation Leo gather here in one astronomical field of view.”

— APOD editors, March 21, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 21, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Steve Cannistra
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 195 words

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