"The Sky at Night" Galaxies cluster

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"The Sky at Night" Galaxies cluster

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The night sky is not as plain as it look.
When we look deeper we can find many interesting objects.

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These galaxies are located in the Leo Constellation.
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Beautiful triplet! Thanks for sharing.
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Gary,

Thanks.
Yes it is more commonly known as the Leo Triplet.
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Wow Beginner doesn't seems beginner haha. Are you from Tasos? Thanks for sharing! [smilie=good-job.gif]
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Hi Shirox,

Thanks for your kind comment.
Yes, I joined Tasos two years ago.
I am still a beginner and must say thanks to those veterans who had taught and guided me.
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If beginner is a Beginner, then I am an infant.

Keep it up G!
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Indeed, very nice shot. Dun think I will be taking such shots but hope to see it through telescope with my kids.
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Thank you for the supportive comments. Glad to share.

Astrisiao,

One look at your gears would convince anyone you no infant.
In fact I would be delighted to have a chance to peek through your big eye to the sky.

Kah Wai,

These galaxies are pretty small and rather dim.
However , from what I read, in clear and dark sky condition you should be able to see the distinct gray oval of M65 and M66 through a small telescope.
Sadly, in Singapore light polluted sky, I think it is not easy to spot them.

Anyway hope you and your kids will be lucky enough to see them.

Cheers.
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B, did you take the photo in Sedili?

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Huh another infant [smilie=confused.gif]

Yes at sedilli.
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