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Messier 65

Messier 65 spiral

Messier 65, also known as the LeoTriplet, is located in the constellation Leo, and is best seen in spring.

Messier 65 is magnitude 10.5, and is 8 x 1.5 in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Messier 65
      1. Alt Name:
      2. LeoTriplet
      1. Type:
      2. spiral
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 10.5
      1. Size:
      2. 8 x 1.5'
      1. Constellation:
      2. Leo
      1. NGC:
      2. 3623
      1. Messier #:
      2. M65

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



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