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Arp 269

Arp 269 galaxy pair

Arp 269, also known as the Cocoon Galaxy, is located in the constellation Canes Venatici, and is best seen in spring.

Arp 269 is magnitude 9.8, and is in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Arp 269
      1. Alt Name:
      2. Cocoon Galaxy
      1. Type:
      2. galaxy pair
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 9.8
      1. NGC:
      2. 4485/4490

    * One can see up to magnitude 7-8 objects with perfect eyes under ideal dark sky conditions.



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