Ngc 1566

[TrevorW]

NGC 1566, sometimes known as the Spanish Dancer, is an intermediate spiral galaxy in the constellation Dorado, positioned about 3.5° to the south of the star Gamma Doradus. It was discovered on May 28, 1826 by Scottish astronomer James Dunlop. At 10th magnitude, it requires a telescope to view. Wikipedia
Magnitude: 10.3
Constellation: Dorado
Apparent magnitude (V): 10.3




















Six hours data over a couple of nights 3-5 Oct when seeing wasn't that good

[strongmanmike]

Yeah, like this one Trevor, one of my favourite of the brighter galaxies :thumbsup:

Mike

[TrevorW]

Thanks Mike :)