Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

NGC 147 and NGC 185

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 13, 2026 is “NGC 147 and NGC 185,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Chuck Ayoub). The original explanation runs about 141 words.

NGC 147 and NGC 185
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Chuck Ayoub Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Dwarf galaxies NGC 147 (left) and NGC 185 stand side by side in this deep telescopic portrait. 5 million light-years away.”

— APOD editors, February 13, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 13, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Chuck Ayoub
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 141 words

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Source

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