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Messier 95 |
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 | The SBb barred spiral galaxy M95, possibly ringed, is a member of the Leo I galaxy grouping, which includes M96, and M105, as well as various NGC and other galaxies, all at a distance of about 38 million light-years. This galaxy does have a couple of field stars nearby. One is significantly brighter than M95's core, and the other one is either the same brightness or perhaps only slightly brighter. The galaxy forms a lopsided triangle with these two stars. In a 8" scope, this galaxy is best viewed with averted vision. With direct vision, only the stellar core is seen. It is difficult to really determine the exact shape of the galaxy. |
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| You can find more information about this Messier object by visiting: SEDS - The Messier Catalog. |
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M95 NGC3351 Dreyer description: Bright, large, round, pretty gradually much brighter middle nucleus; = M95. Const: Leo Magnitude: 10.7 RA: 10h 44m 11.5s Dec: +11°40'58" RA: 10h 43m 58.0s Dec: +11°42'15" (Epoch 2000) Azm: 104°25'37" Alt: +29°12'46" Rise: 10:36 Transit: 17:29 Set: 00:21 Size: 7.4' x 5.0' |