Leo Triplet

Object

Leo Triplet
Description

This small group of galaxies consists of the Messier objects M65 (NGC 3623) and M66 (NGC 3627) as well as the edge-on spiral NGC 3628. These three galaxies, the heart of the M66 group, form a beautiful and photogenic group which is frequently referred to as the Leo Triplet.
Objects in image: M 65, M 66, NGC 3623, NGC 3627, NGC 3628
Image
Scope

Zenithstar 80 ED & meade 6.3 fr
Camera

ST2000XCM
Mount

Losmandy G11
Filters

Baader IR
Guiding

Self Guided
Exposure Info

8 hours of total exposure time (32 x 15 min)
Date

03/20/2007
Copyright

Photo copyright Thomas Kerns, Beluga Lake Observatory